Programmable Logic Controller Technician
Sumter,SC
Full Time Perm
Base Salary - USD $58,500 to $62,400
Responsibilities
Provide support to set-up and maintain pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems on production equipment. Responsible for the maintenance of all mechanical and electrical systems used on production equipment.
Responsible for preventive maintenance on designated production equipment as specified in the PM Program or as required to ensure a smooth operation.
Assists Engineering with the installation, debugging, and start-up of all production equipment.
Maintains equipment logs on assigned equipment, recording pertinent information about downtime and maintenance problems. Documents all process changes.
(Sharps Department Only) Responsible for mixing silicone/solvent based formulation which is used for the lubrication of needles. Uses viscometer to ensure solids percentage remains within acceptable parameters.
Supports Engineering in maintaining and adjusting vision systems within defined parameters.
Provide leadership to ensure all safety and environmental procedures and Quality System Requirements (QSR) are maintained.
Provides Production Supervisors with relevant information on equipment and process performance, to include production and waste information.
Provide leadership to other associates in troubleshooting production equipment.
Coordinates and supports other maintenance duties as required.
Minimum Requirement:
Must have a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
Associates Degree in "Industrial Electronics" preferred
Must have a minimum of 4 years of Industrial/Manufacturing experience or a combination of mechatronics degree and hands on experience.
Must be able to work a 3-2-2-3 rotating schedule, 12-hour night shifts from 8pm - 8am
Must be able to interpret and comprehend basic Programmable Logic Controllers ladder logic
Must be able to troubleshooting PLC's
Completed coursework in following subjects required (relevant experience may be substituted for individual courses): Industrial Electricity, AC/DC Circuits I & II, Control Circuits, Programmable Controllers, Programmable Controllers Applications, Industrial Instrumentation, & Problem Solving for Mechanical Applications.
Possess proficient skills in electrical industrial systems
Must be able to comprehend and adhere to specifications, procedures, requirements both written and verbal