Maintenance Controls Engineer at Ferrara Pan Candy Co., Inc. in Bellwood, Illinois

Job Description:

Job Location: Bellwood





Want to make an impact?




***THIS POSITION IS AT OUR BELLWOOD PLANT, 2ND SHIFT: MON-FRI 5PM-1:30AM WITH AN OCCASIONAL WEEKEND CALL IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY!!!***





Ways you will make a difference



Major Responsibilities

• Designs, develops and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment and machinery.
• Manages the installation and support of PLC based hardware and software.
• Plans and manages new or modifies existing installations to minimize waste of materials, improve quality and reduce downtime.
• Identifies and resolves malfunctioning of equipment or systems provides technical support and guidance to maintenance and production team members.
• Programming Logic Controllers (PLCs) (e.g. Allen-Bradley, Siemens). Dealing with RSLogix 5000, RSLogix 500, FactoryTalk Studio, and Rslinx on regular basis. Hands on PLC controls system knowledge, PLC programming, instrument programming and integration.
• Configuring and designing HMI/OIT systems (e.g. Allen Bradley, Siemens, Wonderware, etc.). Program HMI and PLC ladder logic and integrate discrete/analog devices.
• Familiar with Industry Standards UL and CE
• Familiar with Vision Systems (e.g. Eagle Vision, Keyence)
• Familiar with various Motion Controllers/Actuators (e.g. Yasakawa, ABB, Kinetix)
• Familiarity with RS232 and RS485 protocol, Profibus DP/PA protocols, Variable Frequency Drive systems, Motor Control Centers, Analog and Digital signals, Low to Medium power distribution systems.
• Experience and skill in troubleshooting control system issues. Provide hands-on on-site support to trouble shoot existing installations, PLCs, HMIs, Instruments and VFD issues
• Read and understand electrical schematics, ladder logic programs, process flow diagram and process and instrumentation diagrams.




Skills that will make you successful



Competencies/Skills/Knowledge Required
• MS Office 2010 (Excel, Word, Outlook) and general computer literacy
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Must be a self-starter, team player, work well with others and have a positive attitude
• Must be a creative thinker, results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy
• Must have ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
• Sharp, quick, dedicated and innovative problem solver
• Core values and continuous self-improvement
• Must be organized, detail oriented, and able to think designs through completely




Experiences that will support your success



Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering or Business
• 3 to 5 years of process industry related experience with automation control, PLC Ladder Logic programming, HMI design and configure.