PLC Technician

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We're a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we've grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter-from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.

The PLC Technician in Franklin WI will be a key stakeholder for a new 340,000 square foot conversion facility and will play an integral part of Saputo's strategy to optimize its cheese network in North America. Saputo has a strong history in Wisconsin and are proud to be expanding our footprint in this area.

The PLC Tech. is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining programmable logic controllers (PLC) and troubleshoots and maintains all electronic and electrical equipment by performing the following duties.

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter

• Performs duties to install, test, maintain, inspect, modify, and repair all automation equipment, components and controls systems using a thorough knowledge of electronics, robotics, fiber optic sensors, and pneumatic-hydraulic controls.

• Abide all regulations required by NEC, NFPA 70 E, and State requirements.

• Coordinate with contractors and vendors to maintain plant operations as well as new project support.

• Perform instrument control programming and configuration to include pressure/temperature transmitters, RTD's, PLC, HMI's, and other controls logic devices.

• Trouble shoots and diagnoses cause of electronic or mechanical malfunctions using knowledge, manuals, SOPs, specifications, and other workplace aids. Identifies root cause and corrective actions for equipment and system alarms and jams. Communicates directly with equipment suppliers, contractors and vendors as necessary.

• Calibrate plant instruments to include but not limited to: valves; pressure, temperature, level, flow, pH, conductivity, weight, force and speed instruments;

• Resolves and repairs all system faults and anomalies associated with installation, operation, maintenance, and connectivity problems, including changes, adjustments, and modifications to control code and standard operating parameters. Complete system updates and debugs PLC, HMI, and other controls logic software that supports devices.

• Performs routine preventative and corrective maintenance and testing on equipment. Performs a large variety of tests on all electrical and electronic systems. Dismantles, cleans, repairs and tests electrical, electronic and mechanical components. Heavy coordination with engineers and external sources for timely repairs or replacement of parts to ensure machine downtime is minimal. Maintains preventative maintenance logs and accurate records of all testing and repairs.

• Promote a culture of teamwork through demonstrating, teaching, reviewing, and providing guidance.

• Follow and promote all health and safety rules, regulations, and practices. Locks out equipment for proper and safe handling and servicing.

• Troubleshoot problems with plant instrumentation and automation equipment to include but not limited to: valves; pressure; temperature; level, flow, conductivity, speed, force instruments; motor controls; PLC's, HMI's etc.;

• Work together with co-workers and other department personnel.

• Perform maintenance/PMs as needed on all equipment.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule and overtime as needed.

• Adhere to the Saputo code of ethics and actively apply the Saputo values.

You Are Best Suited For The Role If You Have The Following Experiences, Skills, and Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED. AS degree in industrial controls technologies or related field or 3-5 years' experience in instrumentation/automation field. - or a combination of education and experience.

• Work together with co-workers and other department personnel.

• PLC, HMI or DCS certifications is preferred.

• Calibration experience is a plus.

• H.A.R.T. communication experience is a plus.

• CMMS Software experience is preferred.

• Must have advanced level understanding of automated control systems and integration, electronics, robotics, fibre optic sensors, pneumatic-hydraulic controls, HMI touch panels, and PLC programming.

We Support and Care For Our Employees By Providing Them With…

• Comprehensive benefit programs that include medical, dental and vision insurance, EAP, 401k, employee stock options, paid time off.

• Employee recognition and incentive programs.

• Opportunities to contribute to your community via a VTO program and plant engagement activities.

• Work on a smoke free campus that promotes a healthy and wellness focused lifestyle.

Hourly Rate: $39.50

Saputo is among the top three cheese producers in the USA and one of the largest producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products. We have a diversified product portfolio with well-known retail brands, such as Friendship Dairies, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella and Treasure Cave, and a strong foodservice presence, partnering with chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Thanks to our countrywide footprint and national and international distribution networks, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and, consumers and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in the USA, please click here. (http://saputo.com/en/our-products/usa-sector)

Join the Saputo Dairy USA team to make your contributions matter every day!

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