Req ID 77487 | Gray Court, United States ZF Transmissions Gray Court, LLC

Job Description

About the team:

The Controls Team is responsible for providing technical analysis and expertise in the optimized maintenance of shop floor PC’s/PLC’s related hardware, software and applications, in order to ensure the reliability and availability of manufacturing equipment. This team serves as internal consultants to the maintenance Department, across all areas for maintaining production equipment during start-ups, breakdowns, and continuous improvement activities on electrical/controls process issues.

What you can look forward to as Technician Lead - Controls:

Identify deficiencies in equipment from operation and original design to force equipment failure; serve as an internal consultant for issues related to maintenance controls in troubleshooting. Develop solutions and ensure the completion of long-term elimination of controls deficiencies; develop alternatives for controls equipment replacement, upgrade or program revisions that improve equipment performance, and overall equipment reliability. Knowledge concepts for the network (e.g. Ethernet, Profibus, etc.). Modify programming improvements and controls systems involving PLC’s and PC’s Provide technical guidance and expertise in the modification of hardware, software, electrical and power transmission control systems to improve safety, reliability, throughput, costs of ownership and operational readiness of manufacturing equipment. Work with customer and/or internal manufacturing engineering teams on improvements to manufacturing equipment controls. Respond to the needs and questions of shop floor users concerning their access and use of shop floor PLC applications, applications issues and training needs Communicate and provides technical clarification of issues and solutions to both maintenance and non-maintenance personnel in the function, operation, troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing equipment controls. Respond to the needs and questions of shop floor users concerning their access and use of shop floor PLC applications, applications issues and training needs. Update program backup files and associated documentation to support overall maintenance operations. Plan, design and select technical solutions for planned and corrective actions or continuous improvements.

 

Your profile as the Lead Technician - Controls:

High school diploma or GED equivalent 2-5+ years of related experience Proficient in Microsoft Office (i.e. Excel, Word, etc.). Proven problem-solving skills. Proven interpersonal and communication skills. Experience with Robotics technology and programming (i.e. Fanuc, Kuka, etc.) Experience with developing technical processes and solutions with TPM (total productive maintenance) environment Experience Sinumerik 840D (NC Programming) Experience with Vision System (Cognex, Keyence, SAC)

 

Why you should choose ZF in Gray Court, SC:

A supportive collaborative team environment Annual Incentive Plan Paid Vacation Personal Time 401k Plan Health Care Benefits Paid Holidays A strong diversity culture Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

 

Be part of our ZF team as Technicians Lead - Controls and apply now!

 

Contact

Julia Conover

+1 734 855 2340

 

DIVERSITY COMMITMENT: 
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice. 

With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility. 

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