Automation and Controls System Technician
Location of the job: Jefferson City, MO
Overall Benefits:
These are direct hires, full time position with a full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Profit Sharing, Tuition/Fitness Reimbursement, Paid Leaves, Hourly Bonus payouts, etc.)
Benefits are effective the first day of hire (where applicable)
Onsite Company store for product purchases
Uniforms and PPE provided by the company
Safety shoe subsidy, prescription safety glasses discount
Background and Purpose of the Role
Unilever Jefferson City provides a holistic and hygienic choice of personal care brands that benefit the mind, body, and health of consumers while minimizing environmental footprints and promoting the individual growth of our people.Our "mission of wellbeing" is quickly becoming the new status symbol for health and beauty
The Automation and Controls System Technician will drive the factory safety performance of the entire factory (all shifts, all areas) into a proactive culture using WCM operating framework. The right applicant will have an immense passion for our factory, a commitment to innovation and completion of tasks, and a very strong factory floor presence.
What You’ll Do:
Implement Projects/ Improvement (electrical project/ PLC programming) to accommodate new product and/ or improve safety, operational quality and productivity.
Diagnose/ test PLC and Instrumentation problems, Diagnose/ Test equipment to correct malfunctions and makes improvement to accommodate new product and/ or improve safety, operational quality and productivity.
Maintain and configure Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) hardware
Understand PLC ladder logic: can implement automation solutions within the PLC code
Understand and apply National Electric Code (NEC) requirements
Maintain and configure Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), DC drives and servo motors
Perform more advanced PLC ladder logic programming such as PID loop control and sequencers
Adhere to plant GMP guidelines.
All other duties as assigned
What You’ll Need To Succeed
Must have High School Diploma or Equivalent; higher degree in related area is desirable
3-5 years’ experience in a maintenance related position is required
Working knowledge of PLCs is a must
Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics
Ability to lift 50 pounds
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