PLC Manufacturing Technician

PLC Manufacturing Technician

Sumter, South Carolina, United States

Position Overview

The PLC Manufacturing Technician is responsible for the set-up and maintenance of all electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems on equipment used in the production process. This role works closely with engineering teams to monitor and improve processes for optimal output and waste reduction. The position also requires leadership in addressing process performance issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems on production equipment. Maintain all electrical systems used in production.
• Perform preventive maintenance on designated equipment as specified in the PM program or as required to maintain smooth operations.
• Assist engineering with installation, debugging, and start-up of production equipment.
• Maintain equipment logs, documenting downtime, maintenance issues, and process changes.
• Support engineering in adjusting and maintaining vision systems within specified parameters.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and quality system requirements are upheld.
• Provide production supervisors with equipment and process performance data, including production and waste metrics.
• Lead and support other associates in troubleshooting and repairing production equipment.
• Coordinate and support additional maintenance activities as needed.

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Mechatronics preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment in an electronic, electrical, or related function.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with automation controls software.
• Experience in the medical device industry is preferred.

Knowledge & Skills Required

• Understanding of basic mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic principles.
• Ability to interpret schematic drawings and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in PLC troubleshooting, including logging into PLCs and diagnosing ladder logic (Allen Bradley preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Regular standing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching overhead, climbing ladders, crouching, crawling, grasping, pushing, pulling, kneeling, squatting, gripping, writing, and repetitive motions.
• Occasional operation of foot pedals.

Work Environment Requirements

• Smoke-free workplace.
• No false eyelashes, press-on fingernails, or jewelry (including dermals) permitted on the production floor.
• Steel-toe, non-slip shoes required while on the production floor.
• On-site work required at least 4 days per week.