PLC Technician
Experis
North Mankato, MN 56003
Posted 10 months ago
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Job Type(s)
Full Time
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Industry
Manufacturing, Operations
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Job Description
PLC Technician
Experis, a division of ManpowerGroup, is searching for a PLC Specialist in Mankato, MN for a major Manufacturer. This is a direct hire opportunity with annual salary and great benefits.
Job Title: PLC Specialist
Location: Mankato, MN
Pay: $ $75,000-$90,000
Job Responsibilities & Tasks:
Troubleshooting and Diagnosis- Identify and resolve electronic or mechanical malfunctions to minimize production downtime.
- Work Orders and Documentation:
- Execute planned work orders, including special projects, improvements, and installations.
- Maintain accurate documentation of equipment.
- Develop and maintain electrical controls documentation.
- Manage factory software, including PLC, and oversee controls obsolescence plan.
- Maintain and enhance PLC Logic control, overseeing changes and revision programs.
- Program and modify both new and existing PLC programs.
- Troubleshoot problems related to plant instrumentation and automation equipment.
- Calibrate and validate plant instruments, covering various parameters.
- Perform maintenance tasks, from minor repairs to major overhauls on all equipment.
- Support equipment installations, retrofits, and upgrades, coordinating with vendors and contractors.
- Examine jobs to determine scope and plan the most efficient way to accomplish tasks.
- Collaborate with equipment suppliers, contractors, and vendors as needed.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a PLC technician role in an industrial environment.
- Strong engineering and technical skills, including PLC, Electrical, and Mechanical proficiency.
- Proficiency in Allen Bradley, Siemens PLC programming/troubleshooting.
- Advanced knowledge of compressed air systems, electrical systems, hydraulics, and water processing.
- Physical inspection capabilities, including climbing, reaching, and extending.
- Working knowledge of Ethernet/DeviceNet/DH/ControlNet/Remote I/O Systems.