PLC Programmer
Experience level: Midsenior
Experience required: 5 Years
Education level: Associate degree
Job function: Engineering
Industry: Packaging and Containers
Compensation: $91000 $100000
Relocation assistance: No
Visa sponsorship eligibility: No
General Description
Our client is seeking a skilled PLC Programmer to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing programming testing and maintaining PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems used in industrial automation processes within the plastics industry.
The PLC Programmer will collaborate with engineers and technicians to ensure efficient and reliable operation of manufacturing systems.
Minimum Knowledge and Skills Required
- Associates degree in electrical engineering computer engineering or related field (or equivalent work experience)
- Proficiency in PLC programming languages such as ladder logic structured text or function block diagram
- Experience with PLC hardware and software platforms commonly used in the plastics industry (ex: AllenBradley Siemens Schneider Electric)
- Strong understanding of industrial automation principles and practices specific to plastics manufacturing processes with ability to interpret technical drawings schematics and wiring diagrams related to plastics production equipment
- Excellent problemsolving skills and attention to detail especially in the context of plastics manufacturing environments
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities
- Prior experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment within the plastics industry is preferred
- Experience with Raspberry Pi for automation or control applications is a plus
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop PLC programs based on project requirements and specifications for plastics manufacturing processes
- Design and implement control systems for automated machinery and processes within the plastics industry
- Configure and troubleshoot PLC hardware and software components specific to plastics production lines
- Conduct testing and debugging of PLC programs to ensure proper functionality in plastics manufacturing environments
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to integrate PLC systems with other control systems and equipment used in plastics manufacturing
- Provide technical support and assistance to production and maintenance teams working with plastics processing equipment
- Document and maintain detailed records of PLC programs configurations and modifications for plastics manufacturing systems
- Stay updated on industry trends technologies and best practices related to PLC programming and automation within the plastics industry
Measurement of Performance:
- Satisfactory and timely completion of assigned Quality Manufacturing IT goals.
- Attitude towards work and willingness/ability to cooperate with coworkers and supervisor.
- Ability to interact effectively with the users and other team members.
- Ability to adapt to new systems and technology accept responsibility and identify areas for innovation and improvement.
- Ability to recognize problem areas and act accordingly to correct those problems.
- Overall effectiveness and efficiency of Quality Manufacturing IT as well as degree of user satisfaction with IT provided services.
Requirements
*This role is urgent and the client will move quickly! They want someone to start in early December.
3 Days minimum onsite but could be more due to having to be on the production floor at times.
Must have:
Minimum of 5 Years of experience is required.
PLC programming
Ladder logic
Plastics mfg experience
Strong problem solving skills
OPC UA Codesys
Familiar with a machinetomachine communication protocol that enables data exchange between sensors and cloud applications
Managing projects selfdriven
Python (Highly Prefered)
Nice to have:
Modbus
HMI
SCADA
Raspberry Pi
IQMS/Delmia ERP experience
Additional information:
Interview Process:
1st Round Phone Screen with Hiring Manager
2nd Round Onsite interview with HM and Team members
Benefits
The Client is proud to be a womanowned business. Their family atmosphere fosters an environment where they treat each other with respect and recognize our value as individuals. Aside from the social and economic benefits of supporting and working with a womanowned business you ll find that the caring responsive customerfocused attributes of our culture are a direct result of their ownership.
Must have: Minimum of 5 Years of experience is required. PLC programming Ladder logic Plastics mfg experience Strong problem solving skills OPC UA Codesys Familiar with a machine-to-machine communication protocol that enables data exchange between sensors and cloud applications Managing projects self-driven Python (Highly Prefered) Nice to have: Modbus HMI SCADA Raspberry Pi IQMS/Delmia ERP experience Additional information: Interview Process: 1st Round - Phone Screen with Hiring Manager 2nd Round - Onsite interview with HM and Team members
Education
Associate's Degree