Instrumentation and Automation Technician at The Boston Beer Company in Cincinnati, Ohio

Job Description:

Description

Our mission at The Boston Beer Company is to bring the highest-quality products to the U.S. beer drinker. To answer that mission, we create an inclusive culture that celebrates the differences in our people and our brands.Our diversity makes us more robust, and when you bring your authentic self to work, we are a stronger, more innovative, and more sustainable company & community.

As a fast-paced, growing company with a strong family of brands (Samuel Adams, Dogfish Head, Angry Orchard, Twisted Tea, and Truly Hard Seltzer), we constantly seek to challenge the status quo. We are always looking for hardworking, talented, and passionate people (that means you!) to join our team.

We are The Boston Beer Company, and together we are heavy.

Instrumentation and Automation Technician

This position requires a high level of electrical and automation knowledge, including but not limited to the responsibilities listed below. Candidates must be a self-starter willing to accept "operational responsibility" and ready to work Night Shift including weekends.

Safety

• Must observe and practice all Brewery Safety Procedures. Includes wearing the proper PPE throughout the Brewery.


• Must be able to work in and promote a team-oriented and "Safety First" environment. Safely, efficiently and effectively work to attain brewery goals and objectives.

Technical

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with all team peers by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs during each shift.


• Work autonomously to diagnose and repair instrumental and process malfunctions.


• Diagnose and repair all machinery and process system malfunctions must be fluent in electrical troubleshooting.


• Diagnose and repair motors, breakers, switches, starters, relays, timers, photo/ultrasonic sensors, level and pressure switches, and power supplies


• Diagnose and repair and program PLC and VFD control/related systems


• Diagnose and improve hydraulic and pneumatic systems


• Diagnose, repair and overhaul, automatic control valves, sensors, positioners, actuators, electrical AC/DC troubleshooting, and related systems


• Maintain accurate records and data.

Education

• High School Diploma and applicable technical knowledge required


• Mechanical or Trade school degree preferred

Required Experience

• 5+ years overall work experience in a production manufacturing environment with a minimum of 4 -6 years experience in electrical maintenance, including troubleshooting, repair, and PM and knowledge of personal/process control computers, programmable logic controllers (PLC), and Networking devices. Allen Bradley experience preferred.


• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Systems (CMMS) is a plus.


• Knowledge and practice of NFPA 70E preferred.


• Experience with high-speed packaging systems.


• Experience and or knowledge of PLC's/HMI's, electrical protective devices.


• Good math, oral/written communication, and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to be flexible and shift priorities in a constantly changing, fast-paced work environment.


• Self-starter, proactive.


• Need to be service-oriented to support internal customers.


• 480v 3 phase knowledge required.

Desired Experience

• Experience with VFD's, control systems (PLC's/HMI's), electrical protective devices with knowledge of calibration procedures and equipment, including Fluke and Transcat


• Good math, oral/written communication, and interpersonal skills


• Excellent troubleshooting ability, both electrical and mechanical


• Experience with participative leadership and time management


• Statistical process control and problem-solving skills required


• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teambuilding skills


• Proven analytical, planning, problem-solving, and project management skills


• Ability to be flexible and shift priorities in a constantly changing, fast-paced work environment


• Self-starter, proactive


• Demonstrated ability to be successful in a collaborative team environment


• Highly effective multi-tasker; resourceful with a "get-it-done, can-do" attitude


• Competent in using Microsoft Office, including MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint or MS Access


• Must be able to work in a team-oriented and "Safety First" environment. Safely, efficiently and effectively work to attain department and brewery goals and objectives


• Knowledge of electrical power distribution


• Skilled in developing and implementing PPM and troubleshooting programs and job aids


• Experience in using PCs, knowledge of Computerized Management Maintenance Systems (CMMS) is a plus.


• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with all team peers and customers


• Ability to endure excessive daily walking, standing, crouching, lifting (excess of 60lbs), twisting, climbing, to reach


• Must be available to support shift, weekend, and holiday schedules as required.

Required Skills

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.


• Must have demonstrated ability to collaborate in a self-directed workforce successfully


• Ability to work with all levels of management in multi-functional departments.


• Ability to perform duties with minimal direction.


• Ability to be flexible and shift priorities in a constantly changing, fast-paced work environment.


• They are proven analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.


• Self-starter, proactive.


• Highly effective multi-tasker; resourceful with a "get-it-done, can-do" attitude.


• Able to impact and affect positive change with a flexible, open-minded, positive approach

Physical Requirements

• Ability to endure excessive daily walking, to stand, kneeling, crouching, lifting (excess of 60lbs), twisting, climbing, to reach


• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods, climb flights of stairs, work from elevated areas, and wear eye protection, a respirator, and hearing protection when needed for the job.

Working Conditions

• There is frequent exposure to warehouse/production environments subject to noise and cold/hot temperature changes.

Some Perks:

Our people are our most important "ingredient." We hire the best talent, and we reward, develop, and retain them too.

In addition to generous healthcare on day one, stock purchase plan, 401k, and more, Full-Time Boston Beer Coworkers have the following perks available*:

• Tuition reimbursement


• Fertility/adoption support


• Free financial coaching


• Health & wellness program and discounts


• Professional development & training


• Free beer!

*Talk to your recruiter about eligibility

Boston Beer Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. To help ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the job application process can contact jobs@bostonbeer.com for assistance.

Primary Location

: US-OH-Cincinnati

Work Locations

: SACB 1625 Central Parkway Cincinnati 45214

Job

: Production

Organization

: SACB

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Posting

: Sep 18, 2021, 12:58:52 PM Apply Now