Post Holdings - Winchester, VA
posted 4 months ago
The Controls Technician position at 8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a critical role that serves as a subject matter expert in automation systems, specifically focusing on PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), and various plant operating systems. This position is essential for ensuring the smooth operation of high-speed food processing production lines. The technician will collaborate closely with maintenance technicians, operators, supervisors, and managers to troubleshoot and resolve automation issues that may disrupt production processes. In this role, the technician will be responsible for diagnosing and fixing automation and control issues that impact production efficiency. This includes executing troubleshooting procedures for equipment automation and instrumentation across all automated food processing systems, robotic systems, and transfer systems applications. The technician will also assist the engineering team with updates, modifications, and testing of new systems, ensuring that all changes are effectively implemented and documented. The position requires proactive involvement in the design and implementation of automation solutions for both existing and future production line projects. The technician will perform periodic maintenance on systems, document completed work on maintenance orders, and create new work orders for repairs or follow-up tasks. Additionally, the technician will research, recommend, and implement improvements to enhance equipment reliability and minimize downtime through effective preventative maintenance strategies. A key aspect of this role is the ability to coach and mentor operators and technicians on automation procedures related to high-speed food manufacturing equipment. The technician will also participate in special projects involving equipment upgrades or installations and collaborate with team members to share technical knowledge. Furthermore, the technician will conduct obsolescence studies of control systems to identify high-risk areas and develop plans for upgrading obsolete components.