Description of work to perform:

• Troubleshoot, program, modify, and maintain PLC-based machine control systems.
• Support Allen-Bradley SLC 500, MicroLogix, CompactLogix, and ControlLogix platforms.
• Support AutomationDirect PLC platforms, including DL06 and related systems.
• Diagnose PLC processor, communication, I/O, program, and application faults.
• Perform PLC program uploads, downloads, backups, comparisons, and controlled revisions.
• Develop and modify ladder logic, function blocks, sequences, timers, counters, interlocks, alarms, and machine permissives.
• Maintain accurate backups and revision histories for all PLC and HMI programs.
• Document programming changes and obtain proper approval before placing changes into production.
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot HMI screens and operator interfaces.
• Improve machine alarms, fault messages, operator prompts, recipes, and status displays.
• Ensure operators receive clear information when a machine faults or requires adjustment.
• Support recipe-based machine setups for different cable products, reels, speeds, lays, tensions, and process requirements.
• Work with Operations and Engineering to reduce setup time and improve ease of operation.
• Troubleshoot and configure AC drives, DC drives, servo drives, motors, and motor-control circuits.
• Set up and adjust VFD parameters, speed references, acceleration and deceleration, torque limits, minimum and maximum speed, and fault protection.
• Support analog control signals, including 0–10 VDC and 4–20 mA inputs and outputs.
• Diagnose motor, encoder, tachometer, resolver, feedback, and speed-control issues.
• Support dancer-controlled take-ups, payoffs, traverses, capstans, cablers, twinners, braiders, extrusion lines, and packaging equipment.
• Assist with motion-control applications requiring coordinated speed, position, tension, traverse, or synchronization.
• Troubleshoot industrial communication systems and device connectivity.
• Support Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, DH-485, Modbus, serial communication, Profibus, and other industrial protocols as applicable.
• Configure IP addresses, communication cards, switches, gateways, and networked automation devices.
• Work with IT personnel to maintain appropriate separation and security between industrial-control networks and business networks.
• Help establish secure methods for equipment backups, remote support, and authorized access.

Skills and requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical certificate, associate degree, or equivalent military or industrial training in automation, electrical technology, instrumentation, mechatronics, or a related field.
• Three or more years of hands-on industrial automation, controls, or electrical troubleshooting experience.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting and modifying PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret ladder logic, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, panel drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Experience with VFDs, motors, sensors, relays, motor controls, and industrial instrumentation.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work around production equipment.
• Ability to work from ladders or elevated platforms when properly protected.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work inside or near electrical-control panels while following applicable safety procedures.
• Ability to respond to equipment problems outside normal working hours when necessary.

Wages are dependent on experience.

Only applicants that meet the the required skills above should apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00 - $37.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Automation Knowledge: 2 years (Required)
• Industrial maintenance: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person