Automation Technician - 3rd Shift

Electrical Instrumentation And Control Systems TechnicianPRIMARY FUNCTION: Primarily responsible for the installation, testing, troubleshooting and repairing electrical instrumentation and control systems. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS: Under minimal supervision, install, test and repair electrical instrumentation and control systems Read and interpret repair manuals, diagrams and schematics for the safe installation and repair of electrical instrumentation and control systems Accurately complete required documentation and record in a timely manner Identify unsafe conditions through understanding of relevant occupational hazards and safety precautions; test and correct or report to appropriate personnel if unable to correct on own All other duties as assignedEDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS: Associates degree in Industrial Control Systems or related field from accredited institutionEXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: Minimum 5 years' repair and installation experience in varied industrial electrical instrumentation and control systems; experience in PLCs and computer based HMIs Knowledge of national electric code, operation, assembly, installation and diagnosis of industrial instrumentation and control systems Understands and uses hand tools to install and repair of industrial instrumentation control systems Intermediate math and computer skills Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours Sound work ethic, honesty and moral characterSAFETY REQUIREMENTS: Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where requiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Frequently lifts up to 50 lbs Frequently lifts overhead Walks in an outside environment (including inclement weather conditions) on a daily basis, ranging from one to several miles per day Works in an environment with strong, foul odors Frequently uses visual skills to inspect birds, production charts and scales Must use smelling senses to distinguish irregular odors Frequently enters confined space areas Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and crawlingWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.