Industrial PLC / Instrumentation Specialist

Company: Kellogg Company
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: June 10, 2021

Job Description:

Do you have a spark for tinkering with electrical and mechanical components? We have an opening in our Lancaster, PA facility for a PLC Expert / Line Electrician. You will be partnering with Operations, Quality Food Safety, and Environmental Health and Safety personnel. Are you passionate, do you love problem-solving; are you eager to shape a strong future for our company and your career? We're hoping you can take a new angle on what otherwise might be ordinary. Feel grounded in knowing we foster creativity. Let's bring out the Tiger in you!

HERE'S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Maintaining Equipment and Amplifying your PLC knowledge - You will be constantly alternating in between troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and on-the-spot machine repair. You will need a firm focus and understanding of programmable logic controllers. This person must be creative in their solutions without being unclear in their documentation.
• Analyzing Conditions and Providing Solutions - Identifying and examining production equipment failures to understand root cause analysis, with the help of interpreting schematics and drawings. Investigating and repairing electrical & mechanical systems such as pneumatics, drives and hydraulics, and conveyors.
• Prioritizing Innovation and Communication - Actively seeking ways to improve plant efficiency and cost savings and maintaining an open dialogue with the lead and supervisor regarding day-to-day activities.

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

Required:

• High School diploma or GED
• 5 years Industrial Maintenance Electrical/ Instrument Repair experience and/or 3 years Industrial Maintenance Electrical/ Instrument Repair Experience plus a degree from an accredited institution in an electrical and/or electronics field. An accredited Industrial Maintenance Electrical apprenticeship is also acceptable in lieu of the degree
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Experience troubleshooting PLC programs and hardware
• Must have a working knowledge of the National Electric Code
• Must be able to read and interpret electrical and electronic/mechanical drawings, prints, schematics, and computer programs
• Must have demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair electronic and computerized equipment including RS Logix (5, 500, and 5000), Allen Bradley PLCs, HMI programming, AC/DC drives, motor control systems, and related equipment and systems
• Must follow all Safety and Food Safety guidelines.
• This position requires regular attendance and punctuality in accordance with Company policies. Additionally, the ability to interact well with other employees and work overtime, as necessary, is required.
• Sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and/or repetitive tasks throughout the day. The employee will be required to occasionally lift up to 50lbs

Bonus Points:

• Desired qualifications to include welding, machining, pipe fitting, processing/packing machinery repair, conveying equipment and belting, sheet metal work, and the ability to work efficiently and cohesively in a fast-paced, goal orientated environment.
• Associate's Degree in a technical field or closely related discipline
• 4 years apprenticeship or 8000 hours of practical experience and training in this area
• General mechanic experience with a related technical degree
• Previous welding experience

WHAT'S NEXT

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THE FINER PRINT

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this Link.

Let's create the future of food.

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