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This position requires strong mechanical & electrical skills in areas such as hydraulics, pneumatics, packaging equipment, material transfers, blow molders and PLC systems. The technician will inspect equipment for proper operation and perform preventative maintenance duties per manufacturer's specifications. Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and make repairs or adjustments as needed. Most job duties and responsibilities require continuous work near heat, noise, hydraulic, gas, and melted plastic.\n\nDesigning, programming, repairing and troubleshooting control systems, often working with PLC's and HMI systems.\nPerform preventative maintenance on PLC systems.\nDownload & save programs for all PLC systems on every line to back them up.\nUpgrade production lines with new equipment and technology.\nInstall and test new manufacturing, packaging and processing equipment. Interface with machine tools and special equipment or test modules, troubleshoot existing equipment for electrical or electronics failures and change or modify machines to improve or update them.\nWork with IT and equipment manufacturers to troubleshoot and repair control systems.\nInspect, repair, install, modify, and maintain electrical/electronic systems, control circuits and other production equipment.\nResponsible for developing user interfaces and ensuring systems meet safety and efficiency standards.\nTroubleshoot and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical systems, blow molders, packaging equipment, resin transferring systems and support equipment.\nWork with production to make rapid, educated decisions regarding the issue at hand.\nEnsure safety of electrical networks and cables.\nParticipate and direct troubleshooting activities in the event of equipment failure including participation in failure analysis, problem solving and prevention.\nSupport repairs and installations for advanced production/manufacturing equipment.\nMaintain machines in optimal processing conditions.\nPerform mold, pin and other mechanical changes.\nExecute preventative maintenance and repairs when required in addition to planned mechanical maintenance duties.\nParticipate in continuous improvement culture while following safe workplace practices.\nDevelop positive and respectful interactions with managers, supervisors, maintenance technicians, and machine operators.\nPerform welding and fabrication as needed.\nPerform other duties as required by supervisor/manager.\nMentor and provide support to less experienced technicians.\nEnforce GMP, safety, & audit standards.\nEnsure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and with applicable laws and regulations issued by regulatory agencies.\nThe position may require weekend and/or holiday work based on business needs.\nReasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.\n\nEducation & Experience:\nFive (5) plus years of experience in industrial manufacturing controls & automation maintenance required.\nExperience with PLCs/VFDs replacement and configuration. \nElectrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair skills required.\nExperience with basic electrical systems (e.g., starters, fuses, contacts, relays).\nExperience with electronics (e.g., level probes, flow meters, drives/VFDs, etc.).\nExperience with product manuals (e.g., reading and applying knowledge to make repairs).\nExperience with schematics (e.g., electrical blueprints with switches, starters, maps, relays).\nExperience with troubleshooting (e.g., diagnostics, problem solving, etc.).\nPosition-Specific Skills:\nRequires strong Automation, Electrical, and diagnostics skills along with Network and Computer hardware fundamentals knowledge. \nMust be able to use RS Logix 5000, RS Logix 500, RS Logix 5, or similar softwares for machine troubleshooting.\nBasic mathematical skills are required.\nMust be able to download and/ or modify PLC programs if necessary.\nMust be able to use a multimeter and work in control panels with up to 480VAC.\nUnderstands symbols on P&ID’s and tag references online layout drawing.\nShould be able to replace Panelview series HMI’s and download application using the proper programs & tools.\nExcellent communication skills.\nOSHA forklift certification.\nAptitude for further development of technical skills.\nPhysical Demands:\nMust be able to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time.\nUse hands to handle, touch and manipulate equipment and repairs.\nAbility to repeatedly stoop, reach, kneel, crouch, bend, climb, and/ or twist throughout the shift as needed to successfully perform job duties.\nHave vision abilities to include proximate vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus as well as be able to effectively see and process computer-generated images on a screen or hand-held device.\nMust be able to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds.\nMust be able to push and/or pull up to 25 pounds.\n\nTargeted Pay Range:\n$39.38 - $57.93\n\nAltium Packaging, Our Culture Differentiates Us!\n\nWe incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization and use them as a framework for decision-making. We believe our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers.\nOur Guiding Principles\nAct with Integrity & in Compliance\nDrive Value Creation\nBe Disciplined Entrepreneurs\nFocus on the Customer\nAct with Humility\nTreat others with Dignity and Respect\nSeeking Fulfillment in your Work\n\nWe Believe in Rewarding our Most Important Resource - Our People!\nWe show our commitment to Total Rewards by providing a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. 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