Automation Maintenance Technician

At Link Snacks , we show up hungry, roll up our sleeves, plaid or otherwise, and dive straight into the hard work. We don’t hide from challenges; we hunt them down. We push harder, move faster, and take the kinds of big swings that built this business in the North Woods of Wisconsin four decades ago. We’re everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. And just like the real protein snacks we make across our global house of brands: Jack Link’s® , Lorissa’s™ Organic  Snacks , Golden Island® , BiFi® , Peperami®  and KOOEE!®  to name a few, there’s nothing artificial about us. What you see is exactly what you get: humble, gritty, passionate people who show up every day ready to not just be a participate in the meat snack industry that the Link Family created, but to move faster, innovate harder and keep raising the bar so high, the rest of the world needs a ladder just to see it. Dominating this space across the world takes a team. A team that runs together, succeeds together, and celebrates together. A team that’s full of relentless energy and spirit that can only be fueled by one thing: a fist full of our delicious meat snacks. Wage: $31-$35 Per hour ($26-$30 Base Wages, PLUS $5.00 Shift Differential) Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and every other Thursday: 5:00pm-5:15am Job Description PLC technicians must monitor and operate machines designed to perform tasks with minimal human intervention. Technicians check meters and gauges to verify that machines work properly and analyze the results to ensure they meet company standards. They also troubleshoot problems and perform repairs when machines develop problems, preferably while processes continue to run. Must also prepare reports for managers and recommend upgrades or changes to processes.  Job Related Skills/Responsibilities ·         Think critically to solve problems and be detail oriented. ·         Be comfortable using digital hardware and software. ·         Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area. ·         Report all accidents and deficiencies to the lead/foreman/supervisor. ·         Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly. ·         Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities. ·         Adhere to all company personnel policies. ·         Follow daily production schedule and help achieve specified goals. ·         Ensure product conforms to specifications. ·         Follow good manufacturing practices, along with company SOP’s and SSOP’s. ·         Use industrial programming skills to program, train, operate, and maintain  automated equipment. ·         Self-Motivated to work independently with or without supervision with solid follow  through. ·         Proficient understanding of ladder logic programming. ·         Maintain and update existing PLC / Controls system. ·         Work with Maintenance personnel to troubleshoot machine issues. ·         Research and integrate new systems and/or technology. ·         Maintain accurate records pertaining to work performed. Administrative Skills ·         Able to organize and prioritize in a multi-tasking environment. ·         Able to effectively communicate using the English language (speak, read, and  write). ·         Have general maintenance knowledge. ·         Able to follow instructions. ·         Able to perform general maintenance. ·         Have good problem-solving abilities. Safety ·         Monitor Unsafe Behavior. ·         Follow all OSHA Guidelines. ·         Immediately report all accidents and deficiencies to management. ·         Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)             i.      Earplug            ii.      Hairnet            iii.      Beard-net            iv.      Protective eyewear             v.      Slip resistant footwear             vi.     Face Mask Leadership ·         Build and support a culture at LSI which values Personnel Safety and Food Safety. ·         Must Demonstrate the Jack Link’s Values: Be Real – Relationship Driven –  Stewardship – Speed Matters – Self Discipline – Show Awesome Character. ·         Build and support a culture of openness and accountability within (and out-side) the assigned department. ·         Demonstrate professionalism; encourage and insist on positive attitudes and behaviors from team members. ·         Encourage team member initiative and innovation and show recognition for effort and achievement. ·         Create and cultivate positive work relationships at all levels of LSI. Communication ·         Communicate with peers, subordinates, and leaders in an effective, timely manner. ·         Ability to collaborate with remote employees and work as part of a team. ·         Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities. ·         Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related-problems. Associates Degree (or equivalent). ·         Proficient with industrial programming:                       i.      Wonderware Software                       ii.      Allen Brady (Logix 500, Logix, 5000, Studio 5000, Factory Talk ME)                       iii.      Bosch-Rexroth (Indra Works, Indra Logics) Programs will be dependent on the area you will work in. Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook). Desired Qualifications ·         1-3+ years previous experience in automation. ·         Robotics/Automation specialization and training. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to be successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use han