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Dart Container · 1 week ago

Automation Specialist

Federalsburg, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Dart Container is a leading provider in the production of high-quality foodservice packaging solutions known for their commitment to innovation and excellence. As an Automation Specialist, you'll play a crucial role in installing, maintaining, and repairing automated machinery and computer-controlled systems that drive operations forward.

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Responsibilities

Support automation projects: Install, maintain, repair, test, and troubleshoot complex automated equipment

Lead process improvement initiatives and cross-functional team projects

Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and controls problems, including non-routine issues

Use Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) for basic and ladder logic, interpret wiring diagrams, schematics, and blueprints for diagnosis

Analyze test data, compile documents, and perform calculations to determine root causes and corrective actions

Read, interpret, draw, and update mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical schematics and drawings

Qualification

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)Mechanical systemsElectrical systemsPneumatic systemsNFPA 70 Electrical CodeStatistical Process Control (SPC)Root Cause AnalysisProcess improvementTroubleshooting skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Associate's degree in automation or related field with 3 years of automated manufacturing equipment installation and maintenance experience

OR high school diploma with 5 years of equipment installation and maintenance experience, preferably in automated manufacturing

Proficiency in reading, writing, interpreting, and drawing mechanical and electrical diagrams, schematics, and blueprints

Thorough understanding of NFPA 70 Electrical Code

Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, industrial controls, and instrumentation

Advanced troubleshooting skills with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), including ability to modify ladder logic, and proficiency in reading and writing wiring diagrams and schematics

Familiarity with, or ability to learn various statistical and quality methodologies including but not limited to Statistical Process Control (SPC), Statistical Quality Control (SQC), 5S, 8D, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Analysis, Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (R&R), and Design of Experiments (DOE)

Benefits

Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401K and more!

Ability to earn pay increases and advancement opportunities

A supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritizes safety

Approved job-related training and tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.