Kraft Heinz · 5 months ago
Maintenance Controls/PLC Tech
Fort Myers, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$40.81/hr - $40.81/hr
5+ years expKraft Heinz is a leading food company, and they are seeking a Maintenance Controls/PLC Tech. The role involves advanced troubleshooting and repair of electrical and mechanical systems, as well as performing maintenance activities on production and processing equipment.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingMeat and PoultryTobacco
Responsibilities
Has advanced knowledge, troubleshooting skills and repair techniques of electrical controls, circuits, and systems
Has advanced knowledge, troubleshooting skills and repair techniques of mechanical and pneumatic components and systems
Has advanced knowledge and understanding of Allen Bradley PLCs, HMI, VFDs and other automated controls
Understands ladder logic and can perform some PLC programming functions and troubleshooting
Experience and knowledge of robotics, robotic control and integration preferred
Performs advanced level maintenance activities on production, processing and plant equipment and systems
Knowledge and ordering of parts as necessary
Able to follow directions and work unsupervised at times
Experience with forklift, boom lift and scissor lift operation
Follows all GMP’s and safety guidelines
Familiar with Microsoft office programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
Accurately fills out all required paperwork
Ability to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and shift flexibility
Operates equipment and works safely, follows all GMP guidelines and keeps work area clean
Participates in meetings
Can operate simple shop eliminates (i.e., drills, saws, grinders, and sanders)
Fills in for other positions as necessary
Other duties as assigned
Additional responsibilities of this position include assisting in the creation of a culture of safety and health by performing work safely in accordance with all company safety procedures. Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work conditions or practice to supervisor. Occupational safety and health performance is measured in this position
Qualification
Required
Has advanced knowledge, troubleshooting skills and repair techniques of electrical controls, circuits, and systems
Has advanced knowledge, troubleshooting skills and repair techniques of mechanical and pneumatic components and systems
Has advanced knowledge and understanding of Allen Bradley PLCs, HMI, VFDs and other automated controls
Understands ladder logic and can perform some PLC programming functions and troubleshooting
Performs advanced level maintenance activities on production, processing and plant equipment and systems
Knowledge and ordering of parts as necessary
Able to follow directions and work unsupervised at times
Experience with forklift, boom lift and scissor lift operation
Follows all GMP's and safety guidelines
Familiar with Microsoft office programs such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
Accurately fills out all required paperwork
Ability to work scheduled and unscheduled overtime and shift flexibility
Operates equipment and works safely, follows all GMP guidelines and keeps work area clean
Participates in meetings
Can operate simple shop eliminates (i.e., drills, saws, grinders, and sanders)
Fills in for other positions as necessary
Other duties as assigned
Additional responsibilities of this position include assisting in the creation of a culture of safety and health by performing work safely in accordance with all company safety procedures
Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work conditions or practice to supervisor
Occupational safety and health performance is measured in this position
PLC: Extensive experience with PLC programming. Capable of supporting large, complicated, proprietary PLC programs
HMI: Must have an understanding of the functionality and operation of the individual software packages including computer network communicating systems
Motion Control: Must have a detailed understanding of the functionality of the individual hardware components of a typical servo motor-based motion control system including motion controllers, servo motor amplifiers, servo motors and feedback devices (Incremental and absolute encoders, and resolvers)
Device Networks: Must be able to troubleshoot device networks implemented with DH+, Remote 1/0, Ethernet, and other technologies
Instrumentation: Maintain skills needed to configure, calibrate, and troubleshoot both simple and complex devices to include but not limited to flow transmitters, temperature transmitters and pressure transducers
Electrical: Must have strong electrical skills
PC Skills: Must have strong PC skills with familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CMMS programs
5 years' experience in a manufacturing / production environment
High School or GED required
Able to lift up to 50 lbs
Must have own hand tools to perform all job duties
Preferred
Experience and knowledge of robotics, robotic control and integration
Benefits
Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs.
We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training
Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability
Company
Kraft Heinz
Kraft Heinz is a multinational food and beverage company offering a diverse range of condiments, sauces, snacks, cheese, and frozen foods.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20M2019-06-10Post Ipo Equity· $20M
2015-07-06IPO
Leadership Team
Andre Maciel
Chief Financial Officer
Angel Shelton Willis
Executive Vice President, Global General Counsel & Corporate Affairs Officer
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