JOB SUMMARY:Reliability Engineering also known as an Automation Technician;
This role implements, tests, troubleshoots and improves electronic automation and controls systems in manufacturing/production/operations processes to increase production quality, efficiency and volume. Develops and defines process control system applications for various machinery and equipment using technologies or platforms such as ladder logic programming for programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human machine interfaces (HMIs), data control systems (DCSs), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), or motion control technology.
Performs analysis of hardware and software used in the production process. Incumbents will normally have an electrical engineering background. Services process control computer programs and coordinates their implementation. Works with contractors providing professional engineering services. Performs analyses to ensure that correct hardware and software solutions are applied to the production process. Trains machine control operators.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:- Perform routine preventative maintenance and diagnostic checks on PLC's and instrumentation
- Knowledge of AC and DC control systems
- Ability to be able to use Industrial test equipment
- Ability to understand industrial networking
- Ability to Read drawings such as electrical schematics, P&ID's (control loops), and ladder logic as an aid in troubleshooting.
- Maintain programming, hardware networking and communication systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot control systems. Control systems include PLCs, instrumentation, networked controllers, process controllers, hydraulic control valves, pneumatic control valves and AC or DC motors and drives.
- Must be self-starter and must demonstrate the initiative to identify and solve problems. Able to work with minimal supervision.
- Solid verbal communication and listening skills to work effectively with various personnel in the plant such as production operators, supervisors, maintenance electricians/mechanics, and engineers.
- Ability to train maintenance technicians on control systems
- Ability to create, Evaluate and implement technical notes, SOPs, preventive/predictive maintenance programs on A.C. and D.C. motors, drives and other electrical equipment.
- Transferring drive parameters for AC or DC motor drive replacement
- Ability to manage force/jumper logs including follow up actions to the logs
- Prior Delta V, Rockwell, Valmet DNA, ABB or Honeywell systems experience preferred
Education & Experience:BA or equivalent + 3 yrs related experience, or MA + 1 yr related experience
DisclaimerThe candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Career LevelCompetenciesBusiness Acumen
Curiosity
Interpersonal Skills
Influence Skills
Self-Starter
Negotiation Skills
Organization Skills
Results Oriented
GPI Benefits ProgramCompetitive Pay
401(k) w/employer matching
Health & Welfare Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Short and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Various Voluntary benefits
Adoption Assistance Program
Employee Discount Programs
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Assistance Program
Paid Time Off + paid company holidays each year
Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
Requisition: 16945
