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AFB International · 1 day ago

Controls Technician

Aurora, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

AFB International is a company that has been providing pet food solutions for over 30 years. They are seeking a Controls Technician to maintain, install, and support industrial automation systems, ensuring effective operation and troubleshooting of control systems.

AgricultureFood and Beverage

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Diagnose and resolve electric, software, and mechanical issues including PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA

Develop and modify PLC and HMI applications, interfaces, and embedded controls

Perform system checks and calibrations to ensure equipment operates at peak performance

Create and maintain electrical schematics, P&ID’s, and BOMs for new and modified equipment

Assist with installation, testing, and commissioning of new controls and automated equipment

Assist the maintenance department in troubleshooting and resolving electrical and control issues

Assist other controls, engineering and maintenance team members to define and implement the controls portion of projects

Participate in root cause analysis for recurring failures to enhance system performance

Technical support and training to maintenance and operation teams on control systems, new equipment, and safety procedures

Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers to ensure project requirements are met

Develop, modify, and document PLC, HMI, and SCADA to improve system reliability, functionality, and performance

Participate in the setup and commissioning of new processes and upgrades

Ensure the safety of control systems, including design, installation, operation, and maintenance

Identify and install instrumentation that will contribute to overall process control systems

Qualification

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)Ladder LogicElectrical circuitsElectrical safety codesElectrical schematicsInstrumentation calibrationSCADA systemsMS Office productsAutoCAD ElectricalOral communicationWritten communicationProblem-solvingAttention to detailInterpersonal communicationLeadership skillsTime managementContinuous learning

Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Two or more years of hands-on experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment with demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting and maintaining complex control systems

Working knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's)

Ability to read, understand and troubleshoot Ladder Logic

Ability to troubleshoot problems with existing PLC systems

Strong knowledge of electrical circuits

Strong knowledge of electrical safety codes

Ability to read and modify electrical schematics

Ability to commission and calibrate a wide variety of instrumentation

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Excellent problem-solving skills

Maintains confidentiality

Demonstrates attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness

Follows all company policies and procedures

Use time efficiently

Desire for continuous learning and improvement

Strong computer skills including by not limited to: MS Office products, Visio, MMS systems, ERP systems, SCADA systems, AutoCAD Electrical

Excellent interpersonal communication and leadership skills to interact effectively with peers, co-workers, supervisors, customers, and vendors as required

Ability to follow instructions and respond to management direction