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We’re determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

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We are currently looking for an Controls Electrical & Automation Technician to join our team.  Some of the responsibilities include:
-    Assist and support the engineering and IT departments in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of our programmable logic controllers and other manufacturing software and hardware systems for plant floor operations.
-    Works with the IT department on maintenance and troubleshooting of programs and interfaces between the equipment on the plant floor and the IT equipment.
-    Responsible for calibration program on all instrumentation.
-    Support and needs for building management and security systems.
-    Support supervisors in managing training needs: by developing, writing, and delivering training on systems as necessary.
-    Works with others to development and maintain upkeep of preventative and predictive maintenance procedures in the systems and calibration areas.
-    Assists project engineers and others as assigned to test and evaluate equipment being considered for purchase and/or installed.
-    Hands-on problem-solving, analysis, troubleshooting, and maintenance that will improve reliability, productivity, and decrease downtime on existing or new equipment.
-    Backup to the E&A engineer during vacations and or off shift situations.
-    Serves on internal committees as necessary.
-    Will support maintenance function on an as needed basis.
-    Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Experience and proficiency at a minimum in one of the following programming languages – ref. C++, Java, etc. Hands-on knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC's and programming tools, emphasis in SLC 500 and ControlLogix platforms. Good working knowledge of the Windows operating system and all the major components of the Microsoft Office package. Very strong electrical and mechanical / operation skills with ability to troubleshoot same area, must understand concepts and theory of relational databases – i.e.: Access applications, SQL Service.  Experience programming and database management (SQL or Access) is preferred.  Experience in setting up and maintaining calibration programs. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty at or above the performance standard.  The requirements listed below are representative of the experience, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Have the ability to be flexible in performing job responsibilities and able to multi-task.  

Requirements and Education:
-    High school diploma or GED (General Education Degree)
-    Two-year Technical Degree in Electronics Technology or three years of equivalent experience.

Experience:
-    Experience with automation systems for building, facility, utility, and process controls preferred.
-    Experience with Allen Bradley ControlLogix PLCs or other PLC manufacturers, including process and machine motion control logic preferred.
-    Experience with HMI systems, preferably Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk View, Wonderware’s InTouch and ArchestrA platform preferred.
-    Experience with instrumentation calibration or ISA certification preferred.
-    NFPA 70E certification encouraged.

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To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role.  In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.  Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

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