PLC Programming Electrician
Position Title: PLC Programming Electrician
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Position Location: Coaldale
Grade: 16
Requisition ID: 31313
Summary: The position is responsible for all Programing duties in the maintenance, operation, and repair of control systems. They assist with and perform installation and maintenance tasks in order to ensure the safe and effective operation of various Instrumentation and Control, Electrical and mechanical equipment. This position reports to the Electrical Supervisor.
Essential Duties / Responsibilities:
Actively contribute to the "TEAM" by working diligently to correct and prevent any instrumentation, electrical or mechanical problems where there is a safety or food safety risk or where there is the potential to limit OEE.
Responsible for identifying, detecting and documenting all potential repair problems on the above-mentioned equipment during your normal duties.
Responsible for reporting any HACCP Food Safety Risk's or identified problems.
Attend Team meetings as required
Managing daily SAP - Accountable for all Instrument/Electrical deficiencies/findings by creating a Work Notification (work orders, Maintenance plans)
Trouble shoots and maintains plant equipment.
Must work closely with production and maintenance supervision as a team player to keep line running with minimum downtime.
Responsible for housekeeping in shop and any work areas.
Perform other duties/tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Verbally communicate identified Emergency/Urgent repair problems effectively.
Must comply with GMP's, Safety, and HACCP Best Operating Procedures.
Must be able and willing to promote continuous improvement of workplace safety.
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Maintain KPI's set out by the company.
Provide project support and coordination.
Maintains/trouble shoots PLC, computer software, hardware and variable speed drives, calibrates and maintains steam and water control valves.
Passes on information, experiences and knowledge to other maintenance employees in regard to repair jobs, preventive maintenance, problem symptoms, etc. which he/she may be involved with during his/her shift
Maintains safety standards of equipment and work area according to established procedures and as instructed by the manager.
Works in a cost-effective manner and maintains a high standard of quality and excellent workmanship.
Other duties as required by the needs of the business.
Required Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Competencies)
Must be a fully Licensed Industrial Electrician with experience in manufacturing and/or process industries.
Background in electronics/PLC's required and /or willing and capable of obtaining further Electrical training and certification, as well as further training within the areas of Instrumentation and PLC programming
Self-motivated individual having good organizing and coordinating skills with a proven track record.
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of electrical equipment.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Maintenance experience would be an asset.
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Effective Verbal and Written communication skills are essential.
Developing respectful, constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Understand the fundamentals of a CMMS (SAP) and be able to utilize it for daily work.
Observant and detail-minded with a natural sense of urgency.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word/Excel) and CMMS programs.
Innovative - must be open to new ideas to develop and maintain systems and procedures.
Flexible - must be flexible with your schedule to support the plant.
PLC Experience - Must be proficient in Compact Logix, Control Logix, PLC5, SLC, Micrologix.
HMI - Must be proficient in building and maintaining Factory Talk screens.
Network Experience - Must be able to build and enhance the existing network.
Automation Experience
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Job Family: Manufacturing
Division: NA Potato Manufacturing
Department: CDL Potato Electrical Plant 2
Location(s): CA - Canada : Alberta : Calgary || CA - Canada : Alberta : Coaldale || CA - Canada : Alberta : Edmonton || CA - Canada : Alberta : Lethbridge || CA - Canada : Alberta : Red Deer || CA - Canada : Alberta : Rocky View
Company: McCain Foods (Canada)