PAC (Power, Automation & Controls) Technician

Overview

Business Requirements

• Strong technical background to help troubleshoot and eliminate tough problems, as well as implement new solutions.Manage and coordinate warehouse systems events either through WMS (Warehouse Management System) or WES (Warehouse Execution System).Execute and run weekly – monthly reports on equipment performance and deliver to the Power Automation and Controls Engineering Manager.Handle level 1 events and outages either with WMS or WES and escalate to the proper channels.Handle level 1 to 2 event and outages with robotic equipment, plc controls, HMI visualization, instrumentation failures/replacements, motion drive equipment failures/replacements (drives, motors, gearboxes, etc.)Comfortable troubleshooting code for PLC application in ladder logic, function block or structured text.Comfortable with troubleshooting visualization screens (HMI’s, Thin Clients, etc.) in FTView Studio, Ignition, etc.Work in environments that requires Arc Flash Protection PPE for low voltage environments. Environments will never exceed 480VAC 3 phase- environments.Capable of moving compliant product and non-compliant product in systematic and controlled fashion.Primary point of contact for Warehouse Inventory for the Cold Storage operations, including cycle counts, recalls, inventory reconciliation, etc.Coordinating disaster recovery processes and methods with operations teamClean Inspection and Lubrication, autonomous maintenance tasks, and preventative maintenance tasks of the automation equipment.Capable of developing a Root Cause Analysis and drive work in systematic and structured form.

Customer Relations

• Capable of working with a diverse team to help drive out losses and improve performances. Cross Disciplinary team includes and is not limited to: Industrial Engineers, Operations Managers, Operator Techs, Maintenance Techs, Foods Safety and Environmental Health and Safety.Possess intimate knowledge of who the customers are and the ability to put others above himself/herself.Demonstrate the ability to value both relationships and results.

Responsibilities

The PAC (Power, Automation & Controls) Technician will be a technical SME tasked with inventory movement and maintenance, data management, statistical analysis of equipment performance, robotic troubleshooting, PLC program troubleshooting, Component Programming, Instrumentation troubleshooting, and assisting the operations with systemic moves all within the Distribution Warehouse.

The environment in which this team member will be working in will be mostly spent in a control room but will be trained in team member responsibilities to assist in all hands-on deck situations. The tasks associated with interfacing with the Warehouse Execution System and Warehouse Control System are mission critical for the day-to-day business.

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

Soft Skills:Capable of learning in a dynamic, complex environment.An aptitude for communicating insights and collaborating across teams/organizations.Physical ability to work on and around industrial equipment, including frequent climbing of stairs, confined spaces, elevated positions, etc.Excellent interpersonal, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Capable of working rotating shifts, and potentially only evening shifts.Stand on concrete floors for an extended period of time.Proficient communicating in English (reading, writing, and speaking) to safely follow verbal instructions, complete documentation and paperwork, and accurately read and interpret company communications.

Technical Skills:Capable of running statistic reports on platforms like Excel.Adept in Microsoft Software Suite.Capable of troubleshooting and eliminating losses by analyzing code that can either be ladder logic or structured text (python, c-shar, etc.), and improving through a structured change management process.Beginner to Intermediate experience programming in ladder logic, function block and structure text in Rockwell Platforms.Beginner to Intermediate experience developing HMI screens in both FTView Machine Edition and Site Edition platforms.Capable of interpreting and analyzing single line diagrams, P&IDs, and equipment electrical prints.

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

• Associates degree from a technical college with studies focused on: Electrical Power and Controls, Automation Technician, Industrial Systems, Robotics and Industrial Controls Technology, Computer Science.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial and Systems Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience working in an Industrial, Manufacturing and/or Distribution environment.
• Beginner to Intermediate understanding of circuit design, derating, and hardware integration.
• Understanding of both single phase and three phase electrical circuits.
• Logistics and Supply Chain industry experience in a warehouse environment.
• Experience working with a Warehouse Management System, ideally Manhattan.
• Experience working with either a Warehouse Execution System or Warehouse Control Systems.

Programming knowledge and experience desired, i.e., Python, LabVIEW, Java, C#, MATLAB, etc.

Required Years of Experience

3

Travel Requirements

15%

Required Level of Education

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Level of Education

Associate's Degree

Relocation Assistance Provided

No