Program Logic Control Technician - 1st Shift - Garelick Farms

DFA is seeking a Program Logic Control Technician to join our team in New Britain, CT!

Duties include:

Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust control systems to include PLCs, HMIs, and field devices

Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust power and motor control systems and frequency drives

Locate, diagnose, and repair problems causing equipment downtime or unsatisfactory equipment performance

Perform both unscheduled and scheduled work as well as preventative/predictive maintenance on equipment to help achieve a goal of zero downtime and one hundred percent efficiency

Monitor PLC devices and systems to ensure functionality

Test connections between PLC devices and other equipment

Conduct regular safety inspections

Continuously work with the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to develop and maintain accurate parts inventory levels as well as an accurate accountability of asset performance

Maintain and repair equipment in all areas of the plant/plant utilities as needed and assist with set up and installation of new equipment utilities (e.g., compressed air/pneumatics, water systems, refrigeration, steam, heat, ventilation, etc., equipment)

Provide technical support for users and other technicians

Train and mentor team members to include other technicians and operators

Document and maintain procedural documents

Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques

Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes

Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as industrial automation, electricity-electronics, PLC, etc.

4 to 6 years of industrial maintenance electrical, PLC, or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

Certification and/or License – state certified electrician license and other certifications and/or licenses may be required during course of employment

An Equal Opportunity Employer