POSITION TITLE: Technician, Automation Controls

REPORTING TO: Maintenance Supervisor

LOCATION: St. Albans, VT

About the role:

This position is responsible for troubleshooting and leading the effort to identify if the problem is mechanical, electrical or from the computer systems controlling the process; all aspects related to the factory maintenance strategy and will execute activities according to factory and corporate standards, specifications, local codes, and regulations.

SHIFT HOURS: Sunday Monday and Tuesday 7:00pm -7:15am and Wednesday 7:00pm - 1:15am. SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: 10% hourly rate OR Thursday 1:00am - 7:15am and Thursday Friday and Saturday 7:00pm - 7:15am. SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: 20% hourly rate

Key responsibilities include:

• Observe all safety, sanitation, GMP and HACCP requirements
• Perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs.
• Strong skill set with AB programmable logic controllers (PLC5, SLC500, Microogix, ControlLogix, CompactLogix), (Siemens S7 a Plus) as well as Human Interface (HMIs) such as AB PanelView, FactoryTalk View ME and SE.
• Ability to configure, test, troubleshoot and commission AB, ABB and Siemens VFDs.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and commission PLC and HMI based control systems with the ability to make minor programming changes.
• Direct and oversee the maintenance of programs for PLCs and PCs coordinating with Process Engineers, Project Engineers, Information Technology staff, and Production and Maintenance personnel.
• Support the development and design of future system installations.
• Educate and guide mechanics with their ability to troubleshoot automated and electrical systems to prevent unnecessary downtime.
• Understanding of industrial power circuits, installation practices, and general OSHA safety practices.
• Understand the plant electrical criteria, standards and company guidelines.
• Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instrumentation such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, level switches, valve actuators and positioners and weighting systems.
• Enforce PLC/HMI policy/procedures.
• Document system modifications in order to maintain an accurate registry of modifications.

About you:

• Associates degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical degree, preferred
• At least 3 years of related automation experience with HMI, SCADA, PLCs, and general control system design. Experience in food industry is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers, Siemens and PLCs
• Experience with Allen-Bradley (PLC5, SLC500, Microogix, ControlLogix, CompactLogix) PLCs, PanelView/PanelviewPlus HMIs, Industrial Communication Networks (Ethernet, EthenetI/P, DeviceNet, DH+, etc.) is required
• Experience with FactoryTalk Suite, Wonderware Suite, and VisualBasic/C#/Java is a plus.
• Ability to lead a team and accomplish project goals effectively as needed
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Team-oriented and collaborative
• Ability to stand on concrete floor for long periods of time
• Bend, squat, stretch and reach frequently
• Ability to climb stairs, often
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs, often
• Comfortable working at heights
• Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures in the facility
• Noise level can exceed 0.85 decibels

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, plus your birthday off
• Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility
• An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
• Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
• Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.