Idahoan Foods · 1 day ago
Automation Technician 1
Idaho Falls, ID
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelIdahoan Foods is a company focused on food quality and safety, and they are seeking an Automation Technician 1. The primary responsibility of this role is to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades for the plant's electrical, network, automation, and instrumentation systems.
AgricultureFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Ensure the proper and safe operation of instrumentation and automation control systems
Calibrate and repair temperature, flow, pressure, DP, weight, level instrumentation and the associated testing equipment
Diagnose, repair, install, and modify electronic and/or electro-mechanical equipment including analog, digital, and discrete components
Perform updates on electrical and process control systems to maximize plant production and reliability
Program, install, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
Design, develop, troubleshoot, and install Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) and other graphical interfaces
Program and install AC/DC variable frequency drives
Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial computer networks
Assist with the installation, repair, and maintenance of plant electrical wiring and process control systems
Design and update data acquisition systems
Project development, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial computer networks
Assist with the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical wiring to prevent electrical failures
Perform preventative maintenance (PM) inspections on electronic systems to prevent electrical failures
Assist with fabrication, wiring, repair, and modification of industrial control panels, and associated equipment
Complies with all safety programs, including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), behavior observations, confined space program, hot works program, ladder safety, emergency response, chemical safety, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fall protection, incident investigation, hearing protection, electrical safety, NEC, etc
All other duties, responsibilities, and projects as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Associate degree focusing on Automation and/or equivalent relevant experience
Complete and maintain Idahoan Foods Electrical Safety, Forklift, and CPR & First Aid certifications
Experience and knowledge in the application of Rockwell Software and other software tools commonly used in the automation industry
Experience with Allen Bradley PLC and PAC controllers
Understanding of AC/DC electrical theory, Ohms Law, and basic electrical formulas and equations
Knowledge in trouble-shooting electrical distribution systems, AC/DC motors, transformers, and relay control systems
Experience with process sensors, encoders, and other industrial control equipment
Familiar with motor starters, VFDs, Servo controllers, and other control equipment
Working knowledge of the NFPA 70E (NEC) and other electrical practices and standards
Knowledge and experience applying and interpreting results from test equipment, including process calibration equipment, digital volt-ohmmeters, oscilloscopes, ammeter, analog sourcing meter, megohmmeter, and digital frequency meters
Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and P&IDs
This position requires quantitative skills and knowledge of math functions such as percentages and decimals
Ability to use basic hand tools, including soldering irons, and power tools
Computer fluency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook/email, and ability to utilize a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) required
Ability to work in hot, dry, wet, and cold environments inside and outside the facility for extended periods of time
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand on concrete floors for extended periods of time with moving parts and loud noise
May require entry into confined spaces and working with sanitizers and cleaning chemicals
Must use PPE and work on ladders, scaffolds, forklift cages, scissor/boom lifts, and in PITS while using proper safety precautions
Must be flexible to work various shifts as assigned
Must be able to collaborate with other teams developing and implementing projects and other improvements
Must be able to complete projects based on individual knowledge and experience with limited management oversight
This position requires a high degree of self-confidence and maturity to make decisions required in day-to-day activities
Must be able to solve problems with minimal direction, be detailed oriented, and have strong organizational skills
A team player who is flexible and accepts changing assignments and accountabilities
Should display excellent interpersonal skills
Company
Idahoan Foods
Idahoan Foods is a food production company that offers potato products.
Founded in 1960
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
S
Stephane Jean
Chief Financial Officer
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