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Automation Technician 1Idahoan Foods • Idaho Falls, ID, US
Automation Technician 1

Automation Technician 1

Idahoan Foods • Idaho Falls, ID, US
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Overview

Job Purpose

The primary responsibility of the Automation Technician 1 position is to perform the maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades for the plant electrical, network, automation, and instrumentation systems.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the proper and safe operation of instrumentation and automation control systems.
  • Calibrate and repair temperature, flow, pressure, DP, weight, level instrumentation and the associated testing equipment.
  • Diagnose, repair, install, and modify electronic and / or electro-mechanical equipment including analog, digital, and discrete components.
  • Perform updates on electrical and process control systems to maximize plant production and reliability.
  • Program, install, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
  • Design, develop, troubleshoot, and install Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) and other graphical interfaces.
  • Program and install AC / DC variable frequency drives.
  • Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of industrial computer networks.
  • Assist with the installation, repair, and maintenance of plant electrical wiring and process control systems.
  • Design and update data acquisition systems.
  • Project development, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial computer networks.
  • Assist with the installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical wiring to prevent electrical failures.
  • Perform preventative maintenance (PM) inspections on electronic systems to prevent electrical failures.
  • Assist with fabrication, wiring, repair, and modification of industrial control panels, and associated equipment.
  • Complies with all safety programs, including LOTO, confined space program, hot works program, ladder safety, emergency response, chemical safety, PPE, fall protection, incident investigation, electrical safety, NEC, etc.
  • All other duties, responsibilities, and projects as assigned or required.

Qualifications / Required Skills

  • Education and Experience : Associate degree focusing on Automation and / or equivalent relevant experience. Entry-level automation position with fundamental understanding of electrical automation and control equipment in the food manufacturing industry.
  • Certifications : Idahoan Foods Electrical Safety, Forklift, and CPR & First Aid certifications (must complete and maintain).
  • Technical Skills :
  • Experience with Rockwell Software and tools used in the automation industry.
  • Experience with Allen Bradley PLC and PAC controllers.
  • Understanding of AC / DC electrical theory, Ohm's Law, and basic electrical formulas.
  • Knowledge of troubleshooting electrical distribution systems, motors, transformers, and relay control systems.
  • Experience with process sensors, encoders, and other industrial control equipment.
  • Familiar with motor starters, VFDs, Servo controllers, and other control equipment.
  • Working knowledge of NFPA 70E (NEC) and other electrical practices and standards.
  • Knowledge applying and interpreting results from test equipment (e.g., process calibration equipment, digital volt-ohm meters, oscilloscope, ammeter, analog sourcing meter, megohmmeter, digital frequency meters).
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, blueprints, and P&IDs.
  • Quantitative skills with math functions such as percentages and decimals.
  • Ability to use basic hand tools, including soldering irons and power tools.
  • Computer fluency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to use a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).

    • Other Details

  • Work Environment : Ability to work in hot, dry, wet, and cold environments inside and outside the facility for extended periods.
  • Environmental / Physical : Lift up to 50 lbs., stand on concrete floors for extended periods with moving parts and loud noise. May require entry into confined spaces and working with sanitizers and cleaning chemicals. Must use PPE and work on ladders, scaffolds, forklift cages, scissor / boom lifts, and in pits with proper safety precautions. Flexible to work various shifts as assigned.
  • Interpersonal Relationships : Collaborate with Maintenance Team and communicate effectively with department leads and supervisors. Accountable to plant management.

    • Alignment With Core Values Of The Company

  • Respect & Value Our People
  • Stay in Front of Change While Reducing Costs
  • Delight Our Customers
  • Food Quality & Safety

    • Seniority level

  • Not Applicable

    • Employment type

  • Full-time

    • Job function

  • Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries : Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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