Entry Level Controls Technician
$55,000 - $65,000/Yr
Actalent - Linwood, NC
posted about 2 months ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Linwood, NC
10,001+ employees
Administrative and Support Services
About the position
The Entry Level Controls Engineering Technician role at Actalent involves coordinating all aspects of the PLC Siemens control system to ensure efficient and effective operations. The position requires comprehensive training in electrical engineering related to PLC systems and entails hands-on technical tasks to maintain plant equipment and support manufacturing areas while adhering to budgetary constraints.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate all aspects of the PLC Siemens control system.
- Undertake comprehensive training to understand Electrical engineering requirements within PLC Siemens.
- Operate and maintain company support systems.
- Ensure plant and equipment are fully operational and meet production requirements 365 days per year.
- Provide support to manufacturing areas while meeting budgetary requirements and agreed timescales.
- Assist with planning, installation, and commissioning of equipment.
- Monitor equipment performance.
- Ensure suitable availability of essential spare parts through liaison with the engineering manager and stores manager.
- Assist with capital project planning and installation when requested.
- Coordinate all control system engineering aspects of Siemens, ensuring compliance with standards and current legislation.
- Organize the planning, maintenance, and modifications of control systems.
- Provide recommendations to improve plant efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, controls, or mechatronics engineering.
- Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
Benefits
- 401(k) with 8% match
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
