Automation Technician
Company: Red River Commodities
Location: Fargo
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
Red River Commodities processes sunflowers and select other
specialty crop agricultural products to create food ingredients and
wildlife products. We contract directly with local growers to
provide the freshest possible grains at the best possible prices
and our processing facilities are in the heart of sunflower seed
and grain-growing regions. Our team shares core values focused on
family, pride, passion, and integrity. We work hard, play harder,
embrace authenticity, and always support one another to achieve our
goals.Summary: The Automation Technician will be responsible for
maintaining the performance of all automated and robotic equipment
in our Horace facility. The Automation/ Packaging Controls
Technician will report directly to the Maintenance Manager with
primary focus to optimize production, identify process
improvements, through the application and maintenance of electronic
control systems and robotics. This individual must have a 2-year
technical degree in an applicable technical field. Job
Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned.---
- Work closely with Production Management and Plant Maintenance
teams to optimize the overall performance of the facility through
electronic controls, automation, and robotics
- Study control systems architecture and plant systems to become
thoroughly familiar with the function of the plant
- Assess the current status of electronic controls throughout the
facility
- Address deficiencies in programing, execution, condition, or
operator training to optimize production throughput and
quality
- Troubleshoot and implement corrective actions for PLCS,
robotics, VFDs and automation systems within the plant
- Provide input on the long-term maintenance strategy and system
upgrades for capital projects.
- Implement automation improvement projects.
- Perform general maintenance tasks on electrical equipment up to
480V.
- Train operators on automation systems.
- Develop sufficient proficiency in Lock Out Tag Out policies to
serve as a qualified person.
- Establish a processing data collection system to support
production OEE or KPI reporting processes.
- Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements: To perform this job
successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily.---
- Associates Degree in a relevant technical field preferred
- Certification in PLC maintenance or programming.
- Pro-active self-starter
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Demonstrate ability to communicate well and to effectively
influence and interact with others to accomplish goals.
- Problem solving skills
- Food processing or agricultural background
- Journeyman electricians license preferred
- Good work ethic and team/collaboration skills.
- Knowledge/experience with, Standard Operating Procedure, and
Quality Management System.Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Short & long term disability insurance
- 401k & company match
- Ongoing job skills, learning and advancement
opportunities.
- Employee Assistance ProgramRed River Commodities and its
subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to
diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit
discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color,
sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability,
genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected
characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This
applies to all employment practices within our organization. Red
River Commodities makes hiring decisions based solely on
qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
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Keywords: Red River Commodities, Fargo , Automation Technician, Professions , Fargo, North Dakota
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