Manufacturing Automation Technician - PLC/HMI

About the Role

Job Description BASIC PURPOSE-Currently this position provides PLC programing and support for all PLC/HMI applications on factory floor. Creates/modifies/troubleshoots PLC/HMI as well as programmable devices as needed for process improvements, failures, and new designs in coordination with internal and external engineering, production, and maintenance.

SHIFT - 1st PAY - $25/hr SKILLS AND ABILITIES An associate’s degree or equivalent 2 year degree in Industrial Mechatronics, Automation, or Electronics is strongly preferred.

• Prior experience performing electrical, pneumatic, and electronic troubleshooting and service of CNC machinery and/or automation equipment is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience with PLC and HMI programming / troubleshooting and associated software applications from vendors such as SEW-EUROODRIVE, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and others.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic prints.
• Ability to use CAD Applications such as AutoCAD Electrical / EPLAN / Visio to view and modify electrical drawings as needed. ACTUAL TASKS
• Create and modify various PLC / HMI programs as required.
• Assists with tracking and providing backups on various programmable devices in use on manufacturing floor.
• Troubleshoot issues as they relate to PLC/HMI
• Modify electrical components on machinery to improve performance.
• Program additional devices as necessary (prox. Sensors, level probes, flow meters)
• Work with engineering, maintenance, and production to provide robust solutions that meet all department needs.
• Read detailed electrical and modify CAD drawings as required.
• Use measuring tools, hand and power tools, utility equipment and AMP/Volt Meters (AC/DC). Although we have described above what we are generally looking for, we are very likely missing other attributes and skills that may make you a great fit! Please tell us about your other skills and abilities by applying and listing your additional attributes. A 10% shift premium is paid for 2nd and 3rd shift positions. SEW-EURODRIVE provides a generous benefits package to all full time employee. These benefits start on DAY ONE! There is no monthly premium required for Employee's coverage:
• Medical Insurance
• Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Audio, and Prescription Drug coverage + $125 annual reimbursement for purchase of eligible vitamins & minerals
• Life Insurance worth 2.5 times annual base pay. Includes Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Disability
• Includes both Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Medical and/or Dependent Care Made available annually during open enrollment
• Timely Evaluations with potential for a pay increase
• Paid Vacation - 2-weeks of vacation accrual per year to start, which increases after five years and ten years of service
• Holiday Pay
• Twelve (12) paid holidays per year
• Retirement Benefits
• Includes 401(k) with Profit Sharing Contribution and 200% Company Match on the first 3% that you defer to your 401K account
• Additional Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions
• Unused time is paid out annually
• Paid Parental Leave
• To assist and support new parents with balancing work and family matters
• Onsite Clinic Services
• On location medical services by licensed providers at no cost to employees
• Education Assistance Programs
• Student Loan Repayment / Tuition Assistance options
• Counseling Resources
• Easy and convenient access to professional counseling services online
• Wellness Resources
• Utilizing a comprehensive, interactive, and personalized wellness program with potential to earn points for awards / gift cards
• Uniforms/Subsidies
• Uniform subsidies and/or uniforms are provided for applicable roles, based on job requirements
• Safety Shoes
• A subsidy for the annual purchase of OSHA approved safety shoes, based on job requirements
• Employee Assistance Programs - program to help employees navigate challenging life circumstances Additional job requirements and responsibilities would be discussed during the interview process.