Full Time Site Controls Specialist

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: September 18, 2023

Job Description:

Job DescriptionFull-Time Site Controls SpecialistThis role is responsible for supporting a variety of tasks related to supporting the Kern facility with support for all equipment. Cross functional partnership and support with, but not limited to: Headquarters, Packaging, Processing and Warehouse. Will be required to provide expert PLC programming, technical skills, and champion new control technologies. Support the training of other personnel in the function of automated systems.--- Provide engineering and technical support in the areas of controls (electronic/electrical) to the plant in meeting safety, product quality, maintenance, service to sales and productivity objectives.--- Develop and execute stand-alone technical training programs that will support technologies unique to the plant.--- Develop and maintain the technical expertise of the Plant at a level that minimizes the need to acquire out of plant support.--- Lead efforts at seeking-out and obtaining new technologies that can enhance the overall performance of the plant.--- Assist Corporate Headquarters and outside support activities on any engineering issues dealing with controls functions.--- Maintain PLC documentation and electrical data bases.--- Maintain all computer hardware and software, including programming changes and revisions, associated with PLC systems.--- Provide technical support and training to mechanics including mechanical, and electrical troubleshooting.--- Perform all assigned work orders as scheduled and complete all associated paperwork.--- Anticipate supply needs for items that are not in stock and submit requisitions accurately and timely.--- Upgrade personal technical abilities to match the needs of the plant.--- Train and supervise personnel who may be assigned as assistants. Provide formal training as needed.--- Execute projects from the plant CapEx project list.Qualifications:Three to five years of experience in a similar environment (degrees may account for some experience).Experience with the programming of Drives, PLCs, and HMI.Detail oriented and highly organized.Able to work in a team environment and show leadership in driving repairs.Experience must include high level of mechanical & electrical aptitude.Ability to read schematics and diagrams.Effective written and verbal communication.Willingness to work and learn all areas of the facility and train others.Exhibit ownership in all areas assigned.Preferred Knowledge Areas:PLCs including but not limited to AB ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix, PLC5PLC I/O - R I/O, 1756 I/O, 1768 I/O, 1769 I/O, Point/Flex/Block I/O, 1742 interfacesABNetworks - R I/O, DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, ControlNetInstallation and setup of HMI hardware and Thinclients.Programming of HMI software - AB Panelview ViewME, Wonderware ArchestrAInstallation of drives including AB PF series 4,40,525,70,700,725,735,755Installation and troubleshooting of Motor Start buckets and wiringMotors including AC and DCInstrumentation such as Level, Pressure, Temperature, Flow, DistanceLow voltage controls - 24vac, 24vdc, 4-20mAHistorians, SQL, and other databasesSwitches, routers, CAT6, 802.11a/b/gSite Controls Specialist's hours of work vary by assigned location. This position offers a competitive base pay plus incentives which includes health care benefits, retirement and savings benefits such as pension, 401(k) and much more.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender IdentityOur Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.t.If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available & documents. View Please view our

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