PLC and Controls Technician - Alburtis

Manufacturing Alburtis, Pennsylvania

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Come join a global leader in pipe joining solutions!

Victaulic has what you’re looking for – career opportunity, professional development, excellent benefits, and a collaborative work environment. Our people are our best asset, so we take care of them.

About Us:
Victaulic is a global leader in mechanical pipe joining innovations and is the world's leading producer of mechanical pipe joining solutions. The company has 13 manufacturing facilities and 28 branches worldwide with 4,400 employees who speak 43 languages across the globe. With over 2000 global patents, Victaulic solutions are at work in more than 140 countries across diverse business lines including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power generation, water and wastewater treatment, military and marine, as well as commercial building and fire protection. 
Since the 1950’s Victaulic has been providing ground-breaking fire protection products and system solutions for challenges faced by engineers, contractors, property managers and fire marshals. Victaulic is a leading fire protection manufacturer of innovative fire products and firefighting systems including fire sprinklers, fire extinguishing and fire suppression systems, pipe couplings and fittings, and flow control valves. These products are used in commercial, infrastructure and industrial applications to protect people and property. 

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
  1. Understand and abide by all Company safety rules, regulations, and policies.          Ensure that safe and sanitary working conditions are maintained in the facility in    accordance with Company standards, as well as, state & federal laws and            regulations. Know and understand your OSHA rights. Conduct safety training          topics as required or needed. Responsible for attending all assigned safety            meetings, toolbox talks, and safety training sessions. As required, promptly            investigate accidents and near misses, completing appropriate reports and taking  action to eliminate root causes.
     

     2. Supervise the installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of hardware and         software for facility computers and Programmable Logic Controllers.

     

    3. Supervise the modification of software and hardware used in facility PLC systems.

     

    4.  Assist as needed or requested by hourly maintenance employees in the                  troubleshooting of facility electrical systems. 

     

    5. Develop and maintain security of facility computer and PLC systems and networks.

     

    6. Provide operating and maintenance training on computer and PLC systems to                 facility personnel.

     

    7. Develop and maintain comprehensive backup systems for all computer and PLC software systems. Supervise the maintenance of back up systems for PLC              hardware. 

     

    8. Maintain full and complete current documentation on all facility computer and PLC hardware and software systems.

     

    9. Work closely with Foundry Operations, Foundry Maintenance, Facilities                 Engineering, outside vendors, Victaulic Managers, and Victaulic Management         Information Systems personnel to insure the compatibility and functionality of         facility computers and PLC systems and to coordinate systems installations or       modifications.

     

    10. Coordinates with outside contractors and facility maintenance personnel to ensure timely completion of assigned projects within defined budget and schedule.

     

    11. Prepares and present operational summary and technical reports as required.

     

    12. Actively participates in the Quality Improvement Process and Victaulic Product       Delivery System.

    Qualifications (education, experience, skills, personal attributes)

    1. Technical degree or advanced technical training in computer programming, and/or electronics technology.
     

           2. Three years experience in programming of computers and PLCs in a                                 manufacturing environment.

     

         3. Three years experience in maintaining PLC and computer communications             networks (LANS) in a manufacturing environment.

     

         4. Capable of writing and troubleshooting software in three of the following:                 Basic, Pascal, “C”, Python 3, Ladder Logic, and/or Machine Language.

     

          5. Capable of reading and writing Ladder Logic programs and producing neat,             concise drawings, diagrams, and text as may be required to fully document             proposed or existing systems.

     

          6. Capable of working with a minimum of supervision.

     

          7. Must be willing to work extended hours, weekends, or other shifts if required.

     

          8. Must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

     

          9. Must be capable of handling exerting and/or stressful situations.

     

        10. Must be able to conduct/participate in meetings.

     

        11. Must be willing to travel overnight as needed.

     

    Why Victaulic?
    •  The Morning Calls Top Work Place
    •  Opportunity for growth and Innovation
    •  VPP World Class Safety Program
    •  Company Events
    •  Company Matched 401k Plan
    •  Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits
    •  Employee Assistance Program
    •  Education Assistance / Tuition Reimbursement Program
    •  Wellness Program
    Benefits effective first day of employment.
    •  Medical
    •  Vision
    •  Dental
    •  Prescription
    •  Disability
    •  Life Insurance
    •  401K matching
    •  Tuition reimbursement (effective 6 months after hire)
     
     
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