PLC Technician - Switch4 LLC
Sumter, SC 29153
About the Job
Title: PLC Technician
Location: Sumter, SC
Job-Type: Full Time
Responsibilities:
" Provide support to set-up and maintain pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems on production equipment. Responsible for the maintenance of all electrical systems used on production equipment.
" Responsible for preventive maintenance on designated production equipment as specified in the PM Program or as required to ensure a smooth operation.
" Assists Engineering with the installation, debugging, and start-up of all production equipment.
" Maintains equipment logs on assigned equipment, recording pertinent information about downtime and maintenance problems. Documents all process changes.
" Responsible for mixing silicone/solvent based formulation which is used for the lubrication of needles. Uses viscometer to ensure solids percentage remains within acceptable parameters.
" Supports Engineering in maintaining and adjusting vision systems within defined parameters.
" Provide leadership to ensure all safety and environmental procedures and Quality System Requirements (QSR) are maintained.
" Provides Production Supervisors with relevant information on equipment and process performance, to include production and waste information.
" Provide leadership to other associates in fixing production equipment.
" Coordinates and supports other maintenance activities as required.
Education and Experience:
" High School Diploma or GED required
" Associates degree in Mechatronics preferred
" Minimum 4 years' experience in electronic manufacturing environment
" Minimum 4 years' experience working with automation controls software
" Experience in medical device industry preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
" Knowledge of basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic principles
" Ability to understand and interpret schematic drawings and technical specifications
" Must be able to log onto PLCs and read and diagnose ladder logic for troubleshooting purposes
" Excellent written and verbal communication skills
" Strong problem-solving skills
" Must be able to work independently, under pressure, and meet deadlines
" Working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications.
Physical Demands:
" Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
" Standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching overhead, climbing ladders, crouching, crawling, grasping, pushing, pulling, kneeling, squatting, talking, hearing, seeing, sitting, gripping, lifting, fingering, feeling, writing, repetitive motions, and occasionally operating foot pedals.
Location: Sumter, SC
Job-Type: Full Time
Responsibilities:
" Provide support to set-up and maintain pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems on production equipment. Responsible for the maintenance of all electrical systems used on production equipment.
" Responsible for preventive maintenance on designated production equipment as specified in the PM Program or as required to ensure a smooth operation.
" Assists Engineering with the installation, debugging, and start-up of all production equipment.
" Maintains equipment logs on assigned equipment, recording pertinent information about downtime and maintenance problems. Documents all process changes.
" Responsible for mixing silicone/solvent based formulation which is used for the lubrication of needles. Uses viscometer to ensure solids percentage remains within acceptable parameters.
" Supports Engineering in maintaining and adjusting vision systems within defined parameters.
" Provide leadership to ensure all safety and environmental procedures and Quality System Requirements (QSR) are maintained.
" Provides Production Supervisors with relevant information on equipment and process performance, to include production and waste information.
" Provide leadership to other associates in fixing production equipment.
" Coordinates and supports other maintenance activities as required.
Education and Experience:
" High School Diploma or GED required
" Associates degree in Mechatronics preferred
" Minimum 4 years' experience in electronic manufacturing environment
" Minimum 4 years' experience working with automation controls software
" Experience in medical device industry preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
" Knowledge of basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic principles
" Ability to understand and interpret schematic drawings and technical specifications
" Must be able to log onto PLCs and read and diagnose ladder logic for troubleshooting purposes
" Excellent written and verbal communication skills
" Strong problem-solving skills
" Must be able to work independently, under pressure, and meet deadlines
" Working knowledge of MS Office Suite applications.
Physical Demands:
" Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
" Standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching overhead, climbing ladders, crouching, crawling, grasping, pushing, pulling, kneeling, squatting, talking, hearing, seeing, sitting, gripping, lifting, fingering, feeling, writing, repetitive motions, and occasionally operating foot pedals.
Source : Switch4 LLC
