Instrumentations Control Technician - 2nd Shift -Columbus Maintenance

kdc/one, Columbus; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

KDC-ONE in Columbus, Ohio is seeking an electrically skilled technician to support production and manufacturing equipment. The role centers on electrical control systems, PLCs, wiring, and routine maintenance in a fast-paced facility.

The position requires 4+ years in production with PLC and conveyor systems, plus formal electrical training or 6+ years in manufacturing. You’ll troubleshoot with laptops, read blueprints, and follow SOPs and electrical codes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 4 years of production experience (FDA-regulated preferred) with PLC, conveyor and electrical control systems.
• Trade school/military/apprenticeship electrical training or minimum of 6 years in manufacturing.
• Understand PLC operation and able to troubleshoot using a laptop.

Responsibilities

• Analyze equipment and machinery malfunctions and initiate corrective actions to return equipment and machinery to proper operating order.
• Diagnose and correct complex electrical issues by using electronic devices and equipment.
• Troubleshoots and repairs PLC applications.
• Edits programs pertaining to PLCs.
• Performs electrical wiring of industrial equipment and machinery.
• Calculates proper sizing of wiring, breakers, transformers for facility equipment and machinery.
• Orders parts needed to complete tasks.
• Reads and understands electrical blueprints, ladder logic and manuals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

PLC operation

Troubleshooting

Electrical control systems

Conveyor systems

Ladder logic

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Ladder logic

Job description

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

Kdc/one is currently hiring at our Columbus, Ohio facility. As part of the kdc/one network, we are the leading best-in-class producer of beauty and personal care products! Our Columbus facility is accessible with an easy commute located on RT. 161/Beech Rd. in New Albany.

We offer excellent opportunities with competitive wages from entry level, semi and skilled trade positions. We have opportunities for advancement at all of our sites and are excited to have you join the kdc/one Team!

Second Shift

2:00-10:30pm

Pay

$30-36/hr

General Information

The position performs electrical functions on facility, production and manufacturing equipment and machinery and completes all work in accordance with SOPs and all state, local and National Electrical Codes.

What are we looking for?

• High school diploma/GED.
• Four (4) years experience in a production environment (preferably FDA regulated) with PLC systems, conveyor and electrical control systems.
• Formal electrical training obtained through trade schools, military training or apprenticeship programs or minimum of six (6) years of experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Understanding PLC operation and able to troubleshoot using a lap top is required.

This position is responsible for:

• Analyze equipment and machinery malfunctions and initiate corrective actions to return equipment and machinery to proper operating order.
• Diagnose and correct complex electrical issues by using electronic devices and equipment.
• Troubleshoots and repairs PLC applications.
• Edits programs pertaining to PLCs.
• Performs electrical wiring of industrial equipment and machinery.
• Calculates proper sizing of wiring, breakers, transformers for facility equipment and machinery.
• Orders parts needed to complete tasks.
• Reads and understands electrical blueprints, ladder logic and manuals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.