PLC Technician - 1st Shift

Mountville Mills, Inc; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) profit sharing

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Mountville Mills, Inc. in Dalton, GA is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support our Dalton facilities. The role focuses on PLC programming, electrical troubleshooting, and keeping industrial equipment running smoothly.

Travel to Mountville branch locations is required. Responsibilities include creating, modifying and testing PLC code, changing ladder logic, setting up HMI screens, installing and repairing equipment, and performing preventive maintenance on mills, HVAC, pumps and

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience in a technical field.
• 2+ years PLC programming experience required; 5+ years preferred.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC RSLogix500 and Studio5000 required.
• Electrical troubleshooting experience required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel to Mountville branch locations.
• Ability to work independently and read equipment manuals.

Responsibilities

• Create, modify, and test PLC code.
• Change ladder logic in PLC programs.
• Set up HMI screens and make changes to HMI screens.
• Program drives and other electronic components.
• Install, troubleshoot and repair facilities and equipment (mills, HVAC, pumps, motors, etc.).
• Perform preventative maintenance on facilities and equipment.
• Use CMMS system to track maintenance activities.
• Identify electrical problems using testing devices.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Travel flexibility

Education

Associates degree in a technical field

Tools

Allen-Bradley RSLogix500

Studio5000

Job description

• Must be able to work independently as necessary
• Create, Modify, and test PLC code
• Change ladder logic in PLC program
• Setup HMI screens make changes to HMI screens
• Program drives and other electronic components
• This position may involve travel to Mountville branch locations.
• Install, troubleshoot and repair facilities and equipment (including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, pneumatic and hydraulic systems) such as mills,HVAC, roofs, chillers, boilers, pumps, motors, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance on facilities and equipment
• Follow all safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out procedures when necessary
• Devise, fabricate and assemble new or modified mechanical components for industrial machinery or equipment and measuring instruments
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
• Use electric meters, a variety of hand and power tools, and material handling equipment in performing duties
• Initiate corrective and preventative action within the scope of your responsibility
• Be a catalyst of positive change to improve mean time between failures (MTBF) and mean time to repair (MTTR).
• Use CMMS system to track and gather information on maintenance activities.
• Keep work area and tools clean and orderly
• Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems.
• Identify electrical problems using a variety of testing devices.

Job Requirements:

• Allen-Bradley PLC experience RSLogix500, Studio5000
• Ability to travel to other branch locations, sometimes on short notice
• Electrical troubleshooting experience
• Two (2) years of PLC programming experience is required, five (5) or more years of experience preferred
• Associates degree or equivalent experience in a technical field
• Mechanical ability to complete tasks such as replacing motors, repairing plumbing issues, etc.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• Capable of working flexible hours, overtime when necessary
• Knowledge of 5S or Lean manufacturing principles a plus
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Basic Windows and Microsoft Office knowledge desired
• Experience with CMMS software
• Ability to perform multiple tasks
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Communicate effectively with other employees, departments and branches
• 401(k) profit sharing
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

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