Automation PLC Technician
Automation PLC Technician
Location: Onsite -Brownwood, TX
Competitive Compensation: Starting at $36.70 per hour with an additional $1.00 per hour for night shifts.
Shift Needed: 1st Shift, Weekday Monday-Friday: 5am - 1:30pm
Opportunity
Are you ready to build a career you can be proud of? Kohler Co. manufacturing teams are hiring! We’re looking for passionate individuals to join a culture dedicated to safety and innovation, with opportunities for advancement within our Brownwood location.
We are looking for a Automation PLC Technician in our Faucet, Distribution, and Plastics plants. This position will be based at our Brownwood, TX location, where we specialize in manufacturing high-quality kitchen and bathroom products, including faucets, sinks, showers, and lighting.
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Crafting Excellence: Your Responsibilities
Practices and follows all required safety regulations and familiarity with OSHA safety standards and regulations.
Able to do high level programming of PLC/Robot control.
Installs and/or repairs electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatic and robotic equipment, machines, or systems. All work must be adjusted, assembled, or aligned to equipment manufacturer or Kohler Co. specifications.
Able to do high level programming of PLC/Robot control.
Provides technical assistance in troubleshooting complex maintenance problems.
Uses SAP Maintenance system to track Work Orders and order/track parts.
Guides, instructs, and trains equipment operators in the operation, adjustment, and PM inspection of equipment used in producing ware.
Read and interpret engineering blueprints.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Health insurance with premiums as low as $20 per month, dental and vision insurance, and company-paid disability and life insurance starting Day 1.
401k plan with company match and voluntary benefits such as identity protection and pet insurance.
Up to 10 paid holidays annually after 60 days and up to 2 weeks of paid vacation in your first year.
Discounts on Kohler products.
Tuition assistance for advanced education.
Opportunities for growth and career advancement.
Ready to make a bold impact? Here’s the qualifications we are looking for:
Key Qualifications
Must be able to work in the US without restriction or sponsorship.
Effective communication skills for manufacturing production processes.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
PLC, Robotic experience preferred and must have knowledge of Advanced Industrial Fundamentals.Five years’ practical experience in Industrial Automation.
Preferred Qualifications
High School graduate.
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills.
FANUC and Allen Bradley Certifications.
Understand and apply from maintenance manual; blueprints; and electrical, hydraulics and pneumatics schematics.
Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
Must be able to perform routine and complex maintenance services with a journeyman’s or technicians’ proficiency in the following areas.
Must be able to work in extreme heat associated with dryer and kilns.
Must meet one of the following:
1. State license in one of the following:
a) Master of Journeyman Plumbers or Electrical License.
b) Waste Water Plant or Water Purification Operators License.
c) Federal or State License in any related mechanical field.
d) License to handle, reclaim or recycle refrigeration gases as required by 1990 Clean-Air Act.
2. College degree in Engineering or Business.
3. Two years of completed undergraduate coursework.
4. Graduate of technical school.
5 years of experience in industrial maintenance.
Must be able to perform routine and complex maintenance services with a journeyman’s or technicians’ proficiency in the following areas:
Electrical power and controls, including PLC’s and other programmable instrumentation.
Robotics.
Hydraulics/pneumatics.
Mechanical maintenance.
Plumbing, pipe fitting, and welding.
HVAC systems and controls.
5 years’ experience in Industrial Automation.
Key Requirements
Physical Capability: Ability to perform the essential duties of the position. Must be able to walk long distances, climb stairs and ladders and be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
Safety Compliance: Follow all safety policies and procedures.
Reliability: Consistent attendance and work performance.
Screening: Successful completion of a drug screen and background check.
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Why Choose Kohler?
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.
About Us
It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com. Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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