Tyson Foods
Claremont, NC
Shift: Full time
Job Details: Automation Technician This position requires proficiency in multiple skill clusters including electricity and electronics, fluid power, mechanical systems, and manufacturing processes. The position will perform high-level machine and systems troubleshooting and repair, assist engineering and plant staff with the specification, installation, and modification of integrated systems, and provide technical support for all phases of the operation. Weekly pay: $50.85 per hour Job Responsibilities General diagnostic and programming of Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC’s; Understand PLC operations. Install and maintain electrical control systems. Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary. Collaborate with other departments to identify, define and solve problems. Employee must perform safe and timely repairs to plant equipment in areas of electrical and instrument maintenance. Maintains proper documentation, which includes computer printouts and system drawings. Example duties could include, but are not limited to: Calibrate instrumentation devices using specialized test equipment and software Responds to trouble calls and emergencies, both during and outside normal work hours Repair, maintain and troubleshoot electrical automation systems and equipment, drive systems, robotic systems, microprocessor-based (PLC) systems and electronic control systems and devices. Responsible for troubleshooting the following: hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, pumps, control circuits, digital electronics, electrical, VFD, power supplies, computers, and power distribution as well as perform preventive maintenance on the various Production and Automated Warehouse systems Preventive and breakdown maintenance, repair and troubleshooting. Requirements Education: Training beyond high school including either an Associate (A.S.) degree in Electronics Technology (or closely related technical field), or a combination of education and experience which may include skilled trades programs or military training. Experience: 4 years of automation experience and/or industrial maintenance experience. Computer Skills: Standard computer skills; must have strong skills in document organization, the use of technical materials, and research techniques. Must either be proficient or become proficient in SAP Maintenance. Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with all team members. Special Skills: Must possess the ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management and operations personnel; critical thinking and problem solving skills; with strong interpersonal skills. Certification: Certifications in any technical field or techniques is a plus. Supervisory: NA Travel: 1-5 trips per year outside of assigned location. Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America) Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended. Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more. If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here . Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.