Reliability/Maintenance (Non-Exempt)
Reliability/Maintenance (Non-Exempt)
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Job Level:
Business Operations-B4Job Description:
Reliability Controls Technician - Victorville
Position Summary:
The Controls Technicians role is to provide leadership in PM capability WO completion breakdown elimination and technical support for delivering the teams operational targets such as safety quality and efficiency results. The Controls Technician will have a focus on WOs and issues related to controls instrumentation or electrical systems; but will be expected to support mechanical WOs and issues as needed. This role must proactively identify and take action against risks to safety food safety quality and production losses. The Controls Technician will also lead and coach root cause problem solving with the Make and Pack Technicians on team effectively communicate priorities and escalate issues within their area and across shifts.
Major Responsibilities:
Deep understanding of site control systems including the programming of PLCs VFDs and other controlled equipment.
Help develop Reliability Technicians understanding of site control equipment to aid in their ability to troubleshoot said systems and eliminate unplanned downtime.
Act as a reliable resource when problem solving or performing root cause analysis on systems involving controls.
Capable of troubleshooting repairing and overhauling equipment within close tolerances.
Calibration of Site Instrumentation including but not limited to temperature pressure vacuum pH level and flow instrumentation.
Document work orders (WO)/preventative maintenance (PMs) using computerized maintenance management system (SAP PM).
Effectively communicate with machine operators peers supervisors and all levels of management daily.
Provide support where needed and complete other duties as assigned by the Reliability Manager.
Demonstrate engagement in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Theory and Concepts through participation in Pillar Teams training fellow Mechanics/Operators in autonomous (AM) activities and conducting Breakdown Analysis.
Participation in the Mars Supply Excellence program driving reliability improvements through breakdown elimination and support of autonomous maintenance.
Understand and adhere to Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures confined space procedures and all other plant safety/good manufacturing practices (GMP) requirements related to supporting machinery uptime.
Adhere to all Safety GMP Quality & Food Safety and Sanitation standards.
Work effectively in a team by building integrity trust and developing relationships with your peers.
Responsible for the maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical and control systems equipment down to the component level including 480V electrical power distribution instrumentation motor controls VFDs Servos I/O devices/modules PLCs HMIs and control networks.
Troubleshoot machine breakdowns and malfunctions utilizing a working knowledge of control system programs and tools to troubleshoot PLCs HMIs and VFD/servo systems including electrical schematics programming software meters and other electrical test equipment.
Identify and recommend changes to improve plant performance utilizing existing or new control systems. Make program modifications in PLCs logic HMIs programs and servo controller logic to improve equipment performance.
Education/Training:
Minimum:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Technical degree/trade certification or 4-6 years equivalent work experience .
Preferred:
5 years of in maintenance at Mars
Previous maintenance/TR experience at NEA factory
Technical degree in industrial electrical/controls or related degree
3 to 5 years of experience in a TPM/technical manufacturing environment
Demonstrated experience working in quality and safety.
Functional knowledge and understanding of HACCP concepts
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Minimum:
Possess a fundamental understanding of electrical hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and mechanical drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner.
Ability to troubleshoot ac/dc electrical components including motor starters switches and sensors found on all assigned equipment using basic test equipment such as multi-meters and amp probes.
Ability to troubleshoot basic pneumatic and mechanical drive systems at the component level on all assigned equipment; i.e. sorting systems and palletizing robots.
Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to support production needs and to conduct multi-task work in a very fast paced work environment.
Willingness to develop required technical skills in welding basic machinist and fabrication/layout skill sets.
Possess PLC/ Instrumentation troubleshooting skills.
Preferred:
Possess an advanced understanding of ac/dc electrical (up to 480-volt 3 phase) hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and mechanical drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner.
Technical/ Trade certification: welding advanced machinist skills fabrication and blueprint interpretation.
Physical Requirements:
Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs.).
Frequent pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs.).
Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping.
Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform climb stairs leaning over equipment.
Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).
Must be able to work under stressful conditions such as heat cold high and/or confined spaces and have full mobility to climb stairs & ladders.
Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
Skills:
Competencies:
Communicates Effectively Courage Drives Results Ensures Accountability Manages Complexity Plans and AlignsThe base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the range listed below however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including but not limited to market location job-related knowledge skills and total compensation package for this position mayalso include other elements if eligible including variable pay medical and dental benefits participation in 401k plan and paid time off benefits. Eligibility for these additional elements depend on the position offeredand the employees work schedule (i.e. part-time schedule store associate). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.
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