Job Description:

The Controls Technician’s role is to provide leadership in process capability, continuous improvement, breakdown elimination (BDE), and technical support for delivering the team’s operational targets such as safety, quality and production results. The Controls Tech will have a focus on WOs and issues related to controls, instrumentation, or electrical systems; but will be expected to support mechanical WOs and issues as needed. The Controls Tech will also take technical directions from the Controls Lead to assist them in execution of controls specific support work.

Principal Accountabilities

Demonstrate knowledge of PLCs, preferably Allen Bradley typesTroubleshoot/Repair PLCsRead electrical diagrams, schematics as well as PLC ladder logicMaintain production equipmentFollowing all safety rules and practicesPerform emergency/break down maintenance as necessary to support plant operationsAccurately use electrical measurement and test equipmentPerform electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, steam system, and other repairs and installations as neededDiagnose and repair/replace faulty electrical components of machine such as relays, switches, motors, and position sensing devices such as proximity switch timers, scanners and photo electric devicesTroubleshoot AC/DC VFDs, preferably Allen Bradley typesMaintain clean and organized work areas, and cleanup work areas as part of completing assigned tasksAccurately and completely prepare and maintain maintenance records and other paperworkSelf-motivated, able to follow through to completion with assigned responsibilitiesMaintain teamwork with other Technicians and AssociatesPerform other duties as assigned by supervisorSuccessful completion of a drug and background screen

The Skills You Will Bring

 

2-year Degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology or equivalent work experienceTroubleshooting expertiseExperience working with different types of sensors including temperature, pressure, flow, etc.Mechanical knowledgeMust be able to work alternating 8 & 12 hour rotating shifts, as required.Highly qualified candidates would possess a technical degree or apprenticeship certification and maintenance experience in the manufacturing industry.Employee carries a clean safety recordComputer Literate (SAP, Microsoft Office package)Demonstrated Leadership Skills (Safety Committee, Fire Brigade MERT, CERT, 5S)Self-motivated, capable of working efficiently and productively with little direction givenPerforms quality work seldom requiring follow-up

Every associate at Mars has responsibility for the achievement of quality and food safety.

As a privately-held, family-owned company, Mars Petcare US offers benefits which reflect our commitment to attracting and retaining great people. This includes excellent pay, competitive health and dental care coverage, a retirement plan, a very competitive vacation plan and unrivalled career advancement opportunities, to name just a few of our unique and generous benefits.
 
If you're looking for a place where you can take ownership for your work, where the pace is fast, the environment is built around the importance of open communication, and where employees are called "associates" and treated as such, then we want to hear from you.
 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

                                
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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.