PLC Technician

Job Description

Factory Location: Framingham, MA
Compensation: $45.00/hour
Shift differential: 6%-8% of base hourly rate paid for applicable hours worked
Schedule: 10:00 am – 6:30 pm, Sunday – Thursday, 2nd Shift
Ability to work holidays and weekends per business needs
Must be able to attend training for 12 weeks during the day from 6:00 am – 3:00 pm

Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, company discounts, paid vacation, and much more! Employees are eligible for benefit election on day 1 of employment

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Troubleshoot and diagnose cause of electronic or mechanical malfunctions using knowledge, manuals, SOPs, specifications, and other workplace aids
• Program and modify new and existing PLC programs
• Resolve and repair all system faults and anomalies associated with installation, operation, maintenance, and connectivity problems including changes, adjustments, and modifications to control code and standard operating parameters
• Write and debug PLC Logic and make recommendations for major corrective actions
• Troubleshoot problems dealing with plant instrumentation and automation equipment including valves; pressure; temperature; level, flow, conductivity, speed, force instruments; motor controls; PLC's, HMI's, etc.
• Obtain drawings, instructional manuals, and special procedures as needed from files or other sources. Make any additional sketches, diagrams, etc., as necessary
• Develop applications using Human Machine Interfaces
• Perform maintenance tasks to include repairing, planning, coordinating, and improving, from minor rebuilds to major overhauls on all equipment
• Identify processing waste reduction opportunities and manage waste reduction projects
• Communicate, coach, and train employees to continuously improve the team's ability to respond to equipment failures and loss of production
• Areas of responsibility will include but are not limited to:  Production support, Mechanical Room, Water Processing, Boiler Room, Wastewater Treatment, Water Chemical Treatment Program

Qualifications

• Five or more years proven maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience; additional technical training or certifications preferred
• Rslogix 500, Studio 5000 experience required
• A&B Panelbuilder; Factorytalk View ME, Wonderware, Fanuc experience preferred
• Ability to integrate PLC-based code into information gathering systems
• Working Knowledge of Ethernet/Device Net/DH+/ControlNet/Remote I/O Systems
• Intermediate working knowledge level of PLC programming and automation
• Strong technical knowledge of compressed air systems (pneumatics), electrical systems, hydraulics, and water processing
• Must be self-managed and efficient when performing work unsupervised
• Proficient computer navigation skills, including the use of Microsoft Office applications
• Available for call-ins or to cover all shifts to support production teams as required
• Be able to work flexible schedule as determined by business needs
• Must be willing and able to train other mechanics; ability to adapt to other's learning styles is imperative
• Develop and prepare necessary reports and maintain daily documentation
• Must be able to do physical inspections of equipment that will require climbing, reaching, and extending arms overhead
• Must be able to obtain Massachusetts Special to Operate Engineering License (Steam Plant) within 6 months (company will train)