Port Elizabeth: Plc Automation Technicians

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2 x PLC Automation Technicians Posting End Date- 11-Oct-2024 Position : Permanent ( Kariega) Basic Salary range : R55 000 R60 000 ( Relevant to experience) Benefits : Medical Aid /Provident Fund/Bonus/Lease Vehicle/ Leave Relocation : Company will cover if out of town Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the 2 X PLC Automation Technician positions in the Body Shop Production ( Kariega) Brief Role Description To implement the necessary corrective and countermeasures to resolve production stoppages and faults. To analyze and document all severe breakdowns and stoppages to prevent reoccurrence and retain the knowledge Possible Tasks within this Role Repair faulty equipment, transmission modules, miscellaneous electronic equipment and other general equipment, to ensure availability of spare parts and equipment (spare part management). Resolve PLC & robotic electronic communication issues to prevent re-occurring communication faults and ensure uninterrupted production process. Analyse, fault find, repair and optimise PLC and equipment faults e.g. tox, networks, robot technology etc to ensure achievement of quality requirements and efficient production processs. Analyse PLC programs to resolve and determine root causes of Interbus or Profinet network errors, determine corrective actions to ensure uninterrupted Production runs. Make improvements to current PLC programs to build more robust systems and consult with and advise technicians on shift who are doing the same improvements. Fault find, set up and program SEW drives by using the appropriate diagnostics software/tools such as Movitools, Motion Studio. Be proficient in the use of software diagnostic tools in order to resolve production stoppages efficiently. Be able to coach other Technicians in the maintenance teams on investigation of root causes, use of diagnostic tools, improvement projects etc Contact equipment suppliers and technology experts within the Group to enquire regarding solutions to complex equipment problems and failures to ensure pending or reoccurring faults are eliminated or prevented. Document Production stoppages, severe breakdowns, problem sheets, Knowledge Management System sheets, and PM schedules to ensure all maintenance activities are documented, distributed and knowledge is retained, made available and utilised to prevent future stoppages or breakdowns. Conduct root cause analysis of breakdowns immediately after completing the breakdown, by analysing the causes, countermeasures and actions, ensuring that all is recorded and reported on required control sheets and documents. Ensure that Automatic station, robot safety circuits are in good working order and that all the required conditions that meet the safety standards are installed. Download robot and PLC program backups to ensure quick recovery of the facilities in the event of a loss of data. Qualification requirements & Experience needed A National N Diploma or bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering/ Mechatronics. Experience needed At least 5 years in vehicle manufacturing maintenance and/or technical environment Essentials Siemens PLC and robot training is a requisite. Able to read E-Plan Electrical and Pneumatic drawings. Have a strong analytical, diagnostic capabilities and problem-solving ability. Prepared to undergo and successfully pass an appropriate assessment. Willingness to work shifts, overtime, weekends, public holidays, Plant shut down, whenever necessary and/or required. Willingness to be on Standby roster. Willingness to complete and pass compulsory VASS training. Have a good attendance record. Package & Remuneration Basic salary between R55 000 and R60 000 negotiable plus benefits such as medical aid, car lease allowance, provident fund, 13th cheque, relocation allowance Interested?

Plc Automation Technicians position available in Nelson Mandela Bay, Port Elizabeth. This job position was posted by . The job has been posted on 2024-10-08 in the Engineering category

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