Controls Specialist - Night Shift

Carlex Glass

  • Vonore, TN
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
Description :The Controls Specialist provides technical support for plant Automation including Programmable Logic
Controller’s (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces, Variable Frequency Drives, Robots, Networking & Vision Systems. Additionally, this role will assist Maintenance Technicians and other operators with troubleshooting and breaking down the more advanced Automation Systems.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Understand, follow, and update work instructions and control plans
  • Maintain an organized clean work environment and positively impact the plant’s safety initiatives
  • Conduct PLC Ladder Logic troubleshooting, hardware troubleshooting, programming and analog inputs &outputs
  • Conduct troubleshooting, repair and replacement of AC/DC motors and drives
  • Perform basic programming & troubleshooting of robotic equipment
  • Mechanical / Electrical Blueprint Reading
  • Basic Experience using 2D/3D CAD software
  • Instruct team members on robotic Paths, I/O and Interfacing
  • Train and develop team members
  • Assist Engineers and other Departments during the development, installation and programming of Line upgrades and Line installations
REQUIREMENTS
Education:
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent required
  • AAS Degree; Automation or Robotics emphasis preferred
Experience:
  • 3-5 years of experience in industrial maintenance
Other Requirements:
  • Complete established on-site or off-site training
  • Demonstrate understanding of basic concepts, programming, and troubleshooting of CNC Servo Controls, Encoders & Resolvers
  • Valid driver’s license required for travel to other Carlex Facilities or Training locations
  • Must demonstrate excellent decision-making skills
  • Cooperate within teams to carry out tasks and responsibilities
  • Work beyond the traditional 40 hours per week may be required as workload or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays
KEY COMPETENCIES
  • Basic experience level with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills, ability to set priorities and goals
  • Self-Starter; ability to work alone or as part of a team
  • Ability and willingness to uphold the Carlex Values of Safety, Customer Focused, Teamwork, Excellence and Trust

Carlex Glass