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Newell Brands Automation Technician in Maryville, Tennessee
Job ID: 1498
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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.
TITLE: Automation Technician
REPORTS TO: Sr. Controls Engineer
SUPERVISES: None
JOB CLASS : Hourly
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY:
This position maintains, troubleshoots, modifies, upgrades, programs, installs, and repairs plant production equipment with an emphasis on PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and vision.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Troubleshoot, install, modify, upgrade and repair plant production equipment including:
PLCs, HMIs, robots, vision, AC/DC circuits and drives, I/O devices
Create/write PLC programs for new plant equipment.
Understand, annotate, and modify existing PLC programs while having limited supporting documentation.
Troubleshoot robotics systems and applications
Design, setup, and program human machine interfaces
Integrate new levels of automation into existing processes
Collaborate with Engineers and Technicians to design and apply new system processes
Optimize machine performance electrically to maximize overall equipment effectiveness
Design and implement control enhancements to maximize product quality
Assist the maintenance staff in diagnosing problems with manufacturing equipment and implementing solutions
REQUIRED JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Excellent people & communication skills, both written and verbal. Must possess professional demeanor when communicating by e-mail, radio, telephone, meetings and personal
Must freely share knowledge & skills with other personnel
Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Good planning and organizational skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs and human machine interfaces
Knowledge of Omron PLCs and human machine interfaces considered a plus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Visual aptitude - must be able to see, with or without correction
Communication - ability to communicate verbally or non-verbally
Must be able to lift minimum of 50 Lbs.
Ability to perform a standing job for 12 consecutive hours
Must be able to walk, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, reach, and grasp for varying periods of time during a consecutive 12-hour period
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
2-year tech degree with 2-years experience OR 7-years experience in industrial plant environment highly involved with electrical equipment (in lieu of education)
Demonstrated excellence in troubleshooting and repair of plant equipment including:
PLCs, HMIs, robotics, vision, drives
Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.