Technician, Automation Controls(B) OR (D)

POSITION TITLE: Technician, Automation Controls

REPORTING TO: Maintenance Supervisor

LOCATION: St. Albans, VT

About the role:

This position is responsible for troubleshooting and leading the effort to identify if the problem is mechanical, electrical or from the computer systems controlling the process; all aspects related to the factory maintenance strategy and will execute activities according to factory and corporate standards, specifications, local codes, and regulations.

SHIFT HOURS : Sunday Monday and Tuesday 7:00pm -7:15am and Wednesday 7:00pm - 1:15am SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: 10% hourly rate OR Thursday 1:00am - 7:15am and Thursday Friday and Saturday 7:00pm - 7:15am. SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL : 20% hourly rate

Key responsibilities include:

- Observe all safety, sanitation, GMP and HACCP requirements

- Perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs.

- Strong skill set with AB programmable logic controllers (PLC5, SLC500, Microogix, ControlLogix, CompactLogix), (Siemens S7 a Plus) as well as Human Interface (HMIs) such as AB PanelView, FactoryTalk View ME and SE.

- Ability to configure, test, troubleshoot and commission AB, ABB and Siemens VFDs.

- Configure, troubleshoot, and commission PLC and HMI based control systems with the ability to make minor programming changes.

- Direct and oversee the maintenance of programs for PLCs and PCs coordinating with Process Engineers, Project Engineers, Information Technology staff, and Production and Maintenance personnel.

- Support the development and design of future system installations.

- Educate and guide mechanics with their ability to troubleshoot automated and electrical systems to prevent unnecessary downtime.

- Understanding of industrial power circuits, installation practices, and general OSHA safety practices.

- Understand the plant electrical criteria, standards and company guidelines.

- Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instrumentation such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, level switches, valve actuators and positioners and weighting systems.

- Enforce PLC/HMI policy/procedures.

- Document system modifications in order to maintain an accurate registry of modifications.

About you:

- Associates degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical degree, preferred

- At least 3 [years of related automation experience with HMI, SCADA, PLCs, and general control system design. Experience in food industry is a plus.

- In-depth knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers, Siemens and PLCs

- Experience with Allen-Bradley ( PLC5, SLC500, Microogix, ControlLogix, CompactLogix ) PLCs, PanelView/PanelviewPlus HMIs, Industrial Communication Networks (Ethernet, EthenetI/P, DeviceNet, DH+, etc.) is required

- Experience with FactoryTalk Suite, Wonderware Suite, and VisualBasic/C#/Java is a plus.

- Ability to lead a team and accomplish project goals effectively as needed

- Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Team-oriented and collaborative

- Ability to stand on concrete floor for long periods of time

- Bend, squat, stretch and reach frequently

- Ability to climb stairs, often

- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs, often

- Comfortable working at heights

- Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures in the facility

- Noise level can exceed 0.85 decibels

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

- 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, plus your birthday off

- Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility

- An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!

- Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth

- Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.