Conagra Brands · 4 hours ago
Associate Controls Technician
St Elmo, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$34.88/hr - $35.53/hr
1+ years expConagra Brands is a leading company in the food industry, seeking an Associate Controls Technician to support their automated control systems. The role involves installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing various control systems to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingLifestyle
Responsibilities
Install, configure, and commission automated control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and related hardware, according to design specifications and diagrams
Program and modify batch management systems to edit or add new recipes
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on control systems and their components, ensuring optimal system performance and extending equipment lifespan
Troubleshoot and diagnose system malfunctions, both remotely and on-site, using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment
Replace or repair faulty components, such as sensors, actuators, valves, and motor drives
Calibrate and test instruments, ensuring accuracy and proper function within specified parameters
Use testing devices, such as multimeters, calibrators, and oscilloscopes, to analyze system performance and identify issues
Monitor batch management systems for correct delivery of ingredients; recalibrating systems as needed
Monitor control systems to verify that parameters like temperature and pressure are within acceptable ranges
Work with engineers to identify and implement solutions to improve manufacturing equipment and system performance
Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, calibration data, and system configurations
Create and update documentation, including schematics, diagrams, and operating manuals
Generate reports for management and engineering teams on system performance and issues identified
Adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations, including lock out/tag out (LOTO) procedures and safe work practices
Ensure that all equipment and systems meet regulatory and compliance standards, including the National Electric Code
Work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with engineers, operators, and other technicians to implement new systems or upgrades
Attend Daily Direction Setting and Shift Hand Off meetings
Participate in specialized teams and becomes a technical resource to other teams
Qualification
Required
Must have a minimum of 1-2 years satisfactory experience in industrial-type PLC programming or equivalent amount of technical schooling and experience
Must have a minimum of 1-2 years SAP experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrate leadership skills (communications, teamwork, problem solving, decision making)
Must have programming and troubleshooting knowledge of Allen Bradley programmable controllers
Must understand packaging and industrial automation processes
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
401(k)/pension eligibility
Financial wellness programs
Stock purchase plan
Career development opportunities
Employee resource groups
Team collaboration
Paid-time off
Volunteer opportunities
Company
Conagra Brands
Conagra Brands is a packaged foods company that offers food products and a variety of other food items.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
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Leadership Team
David Marberger
Executive Vice President & CFO
Carey Bartell
Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary
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