Senior Technician - Electrical and PLC Programming
Job Summary:
Programs automation and controls systems involving PLCs (programmable logic controllers). Performs installation of control and power systems for cosmetic packaging and processing equipment. Identifies, fabricates and installs modifications to existing equipment and performs specific maintenance functions in troubleshooting and repair of cosmetic packaging and processing equipment.
About the Role:
• Validates the design and specifications of electrical/electronic systems for packaging and processing equipment. Participates in the final development of packaging and processing equipment and assists in the development of specifications for new equipment. Recommends revisions to existing specifications and procedures and assists in the development of specifications for new equipment.
• Fabricates, installs, debugs and maintains new electrical/electronic systems for packaging and processing equipment to improve performance or accommodate new product. Troubleshoots electrical, electronic, and pneumatic systems; makes repairs or adjusts equipment as needed.
• Program PLC’s, AC/DC drives and Servo Drives. Modify robot, PLC programs, and human machine screen interfaces (HMI’s) as required. Troubleshoot equipment consisting of controllers, robotics and programmable logic controllers. Assists in organizing and coordinating installation of new electronic systems.
• Performs maintenance on precision measuring and gauging instruments and electronic test equipment used by the Electric Shop.
• This job requires on-site work at a Mary Kay facility.
Skills & Experience:
Education: Trade School or High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience: 5+ years
Additional Skills & Abilities:
• Must have proven experience in PLC logic and programming with the following PLCs: Allen Bradley, GE Fanuc, Siemens, Automation Direct, Mitsubishi, Omron, ELAU, etc.
• Must be able to create and read logic and flow diagrams for program design, programming, simulation and testing, and start-up. Experience with logic auto-generation from templates is a plus.
• Must have technical knowledge and electrical skills that are congruent with the requirement of the incumbent having a journeyman’s license. In addition, the incumbent will have demonstrated competencies established for this job as specified in the electrical competency model.
• Must be experienced in the safety regulations of both Mary Kay Inc. and all local and national safety requirements.
• Must be able to stand, sit and/or walk for extended periods of time.
• Shift or schedule change may be necessary due to changing business needs.
Working Conditions:
• This job requires frequent exposure to odors, noise, dust, vibrations, fumes, gases, heat, cold, chemicals and weather conditions.
• Incumbent is subject to other hazards such as, electrical shock, moving mechanical parts, chemicals, temperature extremes, and high places.
• Incumbent may be on call and possibly called to work at night or on weekends. Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required.
Company Overview
Looking for a career where you can make a difference?
At Mary Kay we are committed to enriching the lives of women and their families around the world, we offer careers with unlimited opportunities to do something beautiful every day. More than 5,000 employees work in locations around the world. They provide the products, marketing and other support to millions of Independent Beauty Consultants (IBCs) who work as independent contractors, selling our products directly to consumers in nearly 40 markets on five continents.
We are a company that believes in our people and cares for them with truly exceptional benefits. We offer:
• A comprehensive health plan which includes medical, dental, and vision with low premiums
• 401(k) plan
• A generous profit-sharing program
• Free access to on-site fitness center and on-site clinic
