2ND SHIFT CONTROLS TECHNICIAN - PLYMOUTH, MICHIGAN
A Leading Automotive Supplier in the Plymouth, Michigan area needs a 2nd Shift Controls Technician. This Client is preferring candidates with Metal Stamping Press Expertise. Would also prefer candidates knowledgeable in Allen Bradley, Fanuc & Siemens. Previous Experience as an Engineer or a Technician in a Manufacturing Setting is Required. This is a Full Time, Permanent, Direct Hire Position offering Competitive Compensation, Bonus Potential, Good Benefits, Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Controls Technician will provide the necessary Electrical Controls Engineering skills and leadership to the Engineering and Operations departments to achieve optimal levels of safety, quality, productivity, and delivery to assure internal and external customer satisfaction.
Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic equipment including but not limited to programmable controls, numeral controls, power supplies, drives, gages and test equipment.
Plans and performs work requiring a thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles, writing specifications, local and national electrical codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of electronic equipment.
Performs preventive maintenance functions as directed.
Assists maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting.
Maintain PLC based control systems for manufacturing automation and instrumentation.
Program PLC ladder logic.
Lead projects and assist in skilled trades in electrical disciplines.
Support operations in electrical/controls troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.
Generate writing schematics and control drawings with AutoCAD, maintain plant electrical prints.
Work closely with engineering team to define system control needs.
Select industrial control components, assist with MRO crib.
Assist corporate controls in engineering changes and new programs.
Guides design, develops and tests electrical control methods, materials, processes and results.
Champion assigned engineering changes communicate and coordinate accordingly to all departments.
Train, coach, and mentor the electrical controls process for controls engineers, manufacturing and skilled trades colleagues.
Responsible for adhering to all internal and OSHA required safety procedures in performing daily work activities.
Assure all safety devices are properly in place and utilized and verify individual usage of personal protective equipment (PPE) by the work team.
Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the plant.
Maintain a positive working relationship with all levels of the organization.
