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Saint-Gobain PLC Technician in Holly Springs, Mississippi
The incumbent is responsible for the day-to-day preventive maintenance tasks and repair of electrical power and electronic equipment, troubleshooting, instrumentation calibration, PLC programming, and assisting with any mechanical repairs. Will possess a thorough understanding and hands-on experience with electrical & electronic maintenance principles. Troubleshoot machine breakdowns, repair situations, and safely restore the machine to the proper operating condition. Must adhere to all company safety policies while performing tasks and at all times when on the premises.
Essential Functions:
The ability to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
Troubleshoot PLCs, modify or create programs, and spec new PLCs if replacement is necessary.
Must have a solid ability to solve machine operation problems using a skill set of deductive reasoning and electrical test meters.
Conducts inspections and replaces or repairs non-operational equipment and/or components of equipment that are hindering the equipment from operating efficiently.
Should have a comprehensive understanding and knowledge of electrical principles and adequate skills to understand various plant processes.
Positive working attitude toward other employees; be a team player.
Work with others constructively and abide by company policies and procedures.
Working together as a team for continuous improvement is vital to ensure the future of CertainTeed and its employees.
Teamwork will be required to be effective in daily maintenance assignments as well as continuous improvement projects.
PLC Reliability Responsibilities:
Perform daily activities needed to support and comply with requirements surrounding plant maintenance activities.
Be on call in a rotation with the other day shift electricians.
Testing electrical systems and equipment using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes.
Rebuild components to be used on the equipment in the plant, along with reading and interpreting blueprints and layout instructions, and having knowledge/understanding of hydraulic/pneumatic theory.
Must be able to read and understand blueprints schematics, and wire control panels.
Must be able to write and/or modify PLC programs.
Will assist line mechanics and electricians as necessary when needed to support production, including all of the above-listed tasks and other means of support as needed.
Will participate in training to continue to enhance PLC skills
Follow all safety precautions while performing tasks at all times
All areas are to be clean and clear of any debris before/after maintenance days and holidays.
High School Diploma or GED plus a minimum of 10 years of electrical experience is preferred
Must have a valid forklift license and complete associated training requirements for safe operations and maintenance of forklifts (Will train if needed)
Must maintain a positive rating as described in the training/qualification evaluation record as a Maintenance Electrician
10 years of industrial maintenance experience is preferred
Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required
Communication skills must be at a high level to clearly communicate issues/problems of the PLC process
Good written and verbal communication skills
Team leadership skills
Active listening skills
The ability to travel 10% of the time to SPG sites is required
At Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products-make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home (http://bit.ly/purpose-sgna) .
Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose,- “Making-the World a Better Home."
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNAHRCompliance@saint-gobain.com .
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:--
Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.--
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance--
Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options--
LiveWell Wellness Program--
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)--
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave--
Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.--
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan--
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability--
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance--
-Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want--
Group Legal--
Identity Theft Protection--
Auto and Home Insurance--
Pet Insurance and Discounts--
Back-up Child & Elder Care-
PerkSpot Employee Discount Program-