PLC Systems Technician

3M

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Menomonie, WI
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17 days ago
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3M is a diversified technology and manufacturing conglomerate producing thousands of products across healthcare, safety, electronics, transportation, and consumer goods. Industry: Diversified Manufacturing

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TL;DR · PLC Systems Technician

PLC/Systems Technician As a PLC/Systems Technician, you will join a collaborative team to diagnose, analyze, troubleshoot, service, and repair process and facility equipment. Your daily responsibilities include performing maintenance on process controls and support systems such as PLC units, control networks, AC/DC drives and motors, servo drives, motion control systems, and pneumatic devices. You will interpret elementary, PID, and industrial controls drawings while analyzing PLC logic, blueprints, and vendor manuals to optimize facility equipment. The role requires technical proficiency in Allen Bradley controls and drive technologies, Windows-based computer systems, and strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with engineers and craft people. This position focuses on solving technical challenges within the manufacturing domain, specifically involving web processing equipment and industrial automation to ensure reliable operation of complex production processes and infrastructure.

What you'll do

  • Diagnose, analyze, troubleshoot, service, and repair process and facility equipment.
  • Perform maintenance on PLC systems, control networks, AC/DC drives, motors, and motion control systems.
  • Repair and maintain pneumatic devices and other facility support equipment.
  • Interpret PID drawings, industrial controls diagrams, PLC logic, blueprints, and vendor manuals.
  • Provide technical recommendations for the improvement or optimization of facility and process equipment.
  • Collaborate with engineers and technicians to troubleshoot, repair, or modify equipment and systems.

What we're looking for

  • Must have an associate degree in Automation Engineering Technology or Controls Engineering, or be within six months of obtaining one.
  • Five years of experience in electrical controls systems maintenance is preferred.
  • Experience with manufacturing technology on web processing equipment is preferred.
  • Experience working with Allen Bradley controls and drive technologies is preferred.
  • Experience working with Windows-based computer systems is preferred.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to interact with a diverse audience.

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