Job Code: 35970 
 

Job Description:
 

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and interested in helping each other create good work experiences. We think about the customer and make doing business with McCain easy. 

McCain Foods is accepting applications for a PLC Specialist position, to work a 8-hour day shift at the Othello, WA plant. The PLC Specialist is an advanced-level position within the Engineering Department working within the Electrical Maintenance Team. The PLC Specialist will work on the programming of different PLC's throughout the facility.  The PLC Specialist will support Electrical Technicians in the wiring and installation of new PLC's by providing recommended installations from the OEM.

Accountabilities:

• Overseeing the installation of PLC's
• Performing initial programming of new or existing PLC's
• Working with the manufacturer while troubleshooting malfunctions
• Verification of health/functionality of all plant PLC's
• Ability to program variable frequency drives (VFD's. 
• Possesses outstanding communication skills to lead, direct and train others on shift including those involved in on-the-job training functions. Insure daily assigned work orders are completed
• Discusses layout, installation procedures and problems with Electrical Supervisor, Maintenance Manager, Engineering Manager, and Vendor Supplied PLC's.
• Draws sketches to clarify design details and functional criteria is met for the installation of new PLC's
• Recommends changes in circuitry or installation specifications to simplify assembly and maintenance.
• Establishing plans to forecast upgrades to PLC's
• Establish a written program for a process ensuring the latest software revisions are proven risk-free, then are uploaded to the PLC's
• Ensure adequate spare PLC's are kept in stock
• Sets up standard test apparatus or devises. Tests equipment and circuitry to conduct functional, operational, environmental, and life tests to evaluate performance and reliability of prototype or production model.         
• Connects power supply wires to PLC's    
• Uses programmable controllers to operate automated machinery, to test for malfunctions, and to verify repairs.
• Accurately and timely completes required documentation of work and reports, which may result in changes to parameters, circuits, components, configuration, or orientation of an electrical/electronic device for future reference by self and others

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree (A.A.) from a two-year college or equivalent technical school; or four years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to program Allen-Bradley PLC5, SLC500, Contrologix- Studio and have working experience with FactoryTalk SE.
• Strong computer background including PC hardware, experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Windows
• Must possess a general knowledge of Local Area Network;; have experience with AC/DC voltages ranging from 5 to 480 volts; have experience with electrical wiring in accordance with the National Electric Code; experience with Instrumentation, motor and process controls (Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems); and experience with repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment

Skills:

• Advanced computer skills
• CMMS skills (preferable SAP)
• Understanding of National Electric Code
• Working knowledge of test equipment. Including oscilloscope, digital test meters, insulation test meggers, decade box, power supply, frequency counters, and 4 to 20 ma source meters.
• ability to read and understand schematics, utilize PC and PLC for diagnostics and troubleshooting