Automation & Controls Specialist

Description

• Programming of PLC’s as needed to support ongoing site operations, improvement initiatives and capital projects.
• Coordinate full scope of small site-specific capital projects, working with vendors and contractors as necessary.
• Follow NEC and OSHA electrical requirements as well as corporate LTT policies when troubleshooting and modifying electrical and control systems.
• Database creation and technical reporting
• Notify your Front Line Leader immediately of all injuries, near misses, or first aid.
• Site utility liaison acting as first line of communication with JEA, TECO, and Intercon to coordinate outages, communicate and resolve utility issues.
• Act as site technical representative and support for division led projects.
• Utilize a keyboard to routinely take online coursework, check emails, PeopleSoft (paycheck and benefits information portal)
• Update and program HMI’s using Factory Talk View ME
• Develop an electrical monitoring system to predict failure and analyze data to optimize equipment performance
• Communicates safety concerns and/or equipment problems/abnormalities to appropriate personnel.
• Perform skills and training needs assessment for maintenance craft personnel, develop and assist with execution of training plan to advance their troubleshooting and programming skills.
• Performs job tasks to reduce environmental impact and adheres to the environmental regulations and recycling procedures for waste disposal.
• Document and modify PLC programs using RS Logix 5, 500 and 5000 software.
• Oversee projects involving panel building, equipment relocation and system design.
• Manage site software licenses and ensure we have the correct versions to support site equipment
• Provide electrical safety training as needed
• Recommend and implement process improvements.
• Performs root cause failure analysis and develops troubleshooting guides for site equipment.
• Database creation, extrapolation, and technical reporting
• Set up a calibration program for process instrumentation and measurement equipment
• Responsible for creating and updating plant electrical prints
• Maintain compatible and updated PLC and drive revision and firmware
• Assist with upgrade, design and integration of equipment into automated systems including overseeing installation, troubleshooting and debugging of machinery.
• Lives the Owens Corning Safety Stand and meets all safety requirements. Utilizes all LTT principles as required. Safety is a condition of employment.
• Electrical and automation troubleshooting: diagnosing problems by applying various troubleshooting techniques with the use of computers, PLC’s, voltage meters, current meters, oscilloscopes and electrical formulas.
• Participates in the safety, autonomous maintenance, TPM and housekeeping programs as established within the plant; including but not limited to Focused Improvement Events, Safety Committee, etc.
• Develop and manage plant’s electronic equipment obsolescence strategy
• Complies with all plant rules and safety regulations.
• Follows and enforces all company policies and work rules including but not limited to Safety, Environmental, Quality, Management of Change and Capital Execution.
• Develop and/or improve electrical preventive maintenance plans for site equipment, including, but not limited to: screw tightening, component replacement, visual inspection, data collection, panel cleaning, panel wiring, wire tracing, panel documenting and various other duties. Train and oversee instrument technicians on proper execution.

Requirements

• Must have basic knowledge of industrial electrical operations
• SAP experience a plus
• Must demonstrate industrial electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Must have the ability to multi-task
• Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Must pass the written and practical test in electrical, mechanical, machine shop, and welding
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must remain drug and alcohol free
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of industrial maintenance experience
• Proficient in computer programs.
• Must be willing and able to train others on advanced craft or controls related skills
• Must attend internal and external training school
• Must learn new controls technologies and systems as required throughout plant
• Navigate SAP Work Order System proficiently
• Must have the ability to do basic mathematical calculations
• Proficient in computer programs
• Must understand verbal and written instructions
• Must work well in a team environment
• Minimum of Associates Degree in electrical studies and/or 5-10 years related electrical and informal leadership experience
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Past performance that demonstrates self-starting behaviors and ability to work independently as well as with a team.
• Must read, write and speak English
• Must be 18 years or older
• Strong mechanical aptitude and experience.
• Understands lock-out/tag-out procedures for energy sources. Can identify energy sources for each machine and correctly de-energize the machine for maintenance procedures
• Technically orientated and knowledgeable in manufacturing systems.
• Must be a US citizen or have the right to work in the US
• Strong decision-making skills.
• Must possess strong communication and organizational skills
• Understands all regulations for safety harness protection
• Must be able to follow proper radio etiquette

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance