Controls Technician I

at Wynright in Elwood, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Controls Technician I
Job Location

US-IL-Elwood

# of Openings 
1  

Shift 
2nd Shift  

Company Division 
WYN
Overview

About Us
Daifuku is the nation's leading independent, U.S.-based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intralogistics solutions. We provide leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you.
Position Summary
The Controls Specialist Technician troubleshoots and maintains controls and electrical systems onsite. Documents issues and possible changes.

Responsibilities

Performs Allen Bradley (AB) PLC control-level issue diagnosis using ladder logic and PanelView HMI
Follows change management process and develop ad-hoc PLC ladder code change using Rockwell RSLogix family IDE's (RSLogix5000 preferred)
Utilizing proper equipment, troubleshoots electrical malfunctions from 24VDC to 480VAC
Performs incident follow-up, root cause analysis, and documentation
Documents control system and equipment configuration changes
Uses SCADA and other tools to monitor system operations.
Mentors technicians by motivating, guiding, and directing their work; provides appropriate feedback to improve performance
Completes all safety training as assigned
Complies with all safety programs, policies, and procedures
On call as needed
Performs other related resident maintenance tasks not specifically listed above

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent; 2-year professional electrical training degree or Associate's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field preferred
Minimum of 1 years of experience in Allen Bradley (AB) PLC control-level issue diagnosis using ladder logic and PanelView HMI
Minimum of 1 year of experience with electrical troubleshooting and schematic reading
Knowledge of AB PLC processors (CompactLogix and ControlLogix preferred) and input/output modules. Knowledge of other non-AB control systems such as Mitsubishi, Omron, and Siemens would be a plus.
Ability to install, maintain and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components - photo eyes, motor starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, Servo drives, frequency inverters, linear drives, tachometers and encoders.
Knowledge of PLC programs and ability to troubleshoot ladder logic (read and use for troubleshooting), components (CPU backplanes, I/O boards, safety circuits, modules and other devices) and communications modules (Ethernet)
Ability to execute project tasks assigned.
Reasoning, analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to interpret drawings both mechanical and electrical
Ability to identify, maintain, and utilize SCADA systems and KPI's
Ability to access all levels and areas of the facility
Ability to interpret and understand policies and procedures and relate them to others
Ability to manage small to medium projects.
Intermediate computer skills including MS Office
Customer service orientation
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated, organized and detail-oriented
Team orientation
Knowledge of safe industrial work practices
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