Kroger · 2 weeks ago
MFG MAINTENANCE PLC TECH - 3RD SHIFT
1100 New Salem Hwy, Murfreesboro, TN, 37129, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expKroger is a leading company in the manufacturing sector, and they are seeking a Maintenance PLC Technician for their 3rd shift operations. The role involves programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining automated industrial control systems to ensure the performance of the plant meets safety and quality standards.
GroceryMarketingMeat and PoultryRetailRetail Technology
Responsibilities
Demonstrate thorough understanding of industrial control systems and Programmable Logic Controller (PLC's)
Install, diagnose and repair electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical components of industrial machinery and equipment
Replace defective components and wiring, and adjust mechanical parts
Effectively maintain programming, hardware networking and communication; troubleshoot, determine causes of failure and perform corrective actions
Oversee full industrial control system project implementation on both hardware and software problems
Support predictive and preventative maintenance program
Support internal projects
Support plant control system upgrades
Ensure compliance with Controls Change Management System
Troubleshoot and calibrate the following properly and safely: control panels using relay logic; Cam-driven switch boxes; heat and humidity control systems; process control valves
Pneumatic control systems; hydraulic control systems; metal detection systems; ink jet coding systems, electronic scaling systems, electronic meters
Interface with and troubleshoot the following motor control equipment properly and safely: motor starters, run relays; Variable Frequency Drives(VFDs); Servo motors and controls
Interface with and troubleshoot Allen Bradley and other plant PLC's including connecting to the PLC, reading ladder logic, programming, diagnosing hardware and software problems
Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF Systems
Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens
Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
3+ years PLC and HMI programming experience
Must be at least 18 years of age
Sound working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic valves; photo eyes; proximity sensors; limit switches; breakers; fuses
Ability to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holidays
Ability to comprehend complex verbal and written instructions
Excellent communication skills
Experience with full Industrial Control System project implementation
Ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, electrical schematics and parts specifications
Sound working knowledge of Electrical Safe Work Practices; AC and DC Electrical Theory; reading/creating electrical prints/control schematics; motor control; personal computer hardware and software; computer networks; Human Machine Interface (HMI) system
Preferred
2+ years Maintenance mechanic experience
Familiarity with other brands of PLC hardware and software
Company
Kroger
Kroger is a grocery retail store that provides a wide variety of product for customers and community.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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unknown1984-09-28IPO
Leadership Team
Ronald Sargent
Interim Chief Executive Officer
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