Job Details
Process Control Tech 1
2024-12-08 Weyerhauser Natchitoches,LA
Description:
Qualifications
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and
homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we've been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We're serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and
proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented
people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a
sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive
environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.
One position for an hourly Process Controls Technician within the Maintenance A Department is now open at the Natchitoches EWP mill. This experienced technician will have a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of electrical and/or instrumentation equipment, processes, and techniques. They will be responsible for electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair of equipment, programming PLC's, troubleshooting hydraulic equipment, and fine-tuning the timing of various machine centers.
The hourly wage for this role is $30.24.
KEY FUNCTIONS:
- Perform instrumentation installation & calibration, process control troubleshooting & programming, drive installation & programming for all plant areas.
- Provide technical assistance to specify and develop improvements in complex instrumentation, automation, and process control & motion control systems.
- Deliver troubleshooting support plant-wide, while maintaining and enhancing the engineering process control philosophy, strategy, and controls standard operating procedures.
- Assist electrical technicians with troubleshooting during downtime events.
- Use hand tools to complete jobs, verify voltage, and train/mentor others on electrical knowledge.
- Lend expertise to departments to ensure understanding of process control characteristics and PID loop tuning.
- Assist in mentoring and training of maintenance associates in electrical systems, PLC & motion control systems.
- Develop/maintain plant standards for instrumentation.
- Work with power distribution systems including switchgear, transformers and MCC maintenance.
- Maintain broad-based product knowledge including Variable Frequency Drives (Allen Bradley), PLC's (Allen Bradley), Motion Control, Coordinated Drive Systems, Instrumentation, Process Control, HMI Software, and Network design experience with Ethernet.
- Develop an understanding of the EWP manufacturing process and opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Troubleshoot basic LAN connections.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, or vocational certification through an accredited institution required.
- At least two (2) years' experience in electrical and process controls in an industrial setting.
- Specialization in process control systems is preferred.
- Commitment to safety - demonstrated record of understanding and following safety practices and procedures.
- Proficient in ControlLogix programming and troubleshooting (RSLogix 5000 and Studio 5000 software).
- Strong electrical and PLC troubleshooting skills.
- Electrical experience and build capabilities including process control panels, safety circuit, wiring diagrams, I/O, MCC, VFD's, Drives, Tuning, Servers, pneumatics, valves, hydraulics, P & ID diagrams.
- Computer skills in LAN, PC, Windows, and Ethernet LAN with advanced MS Office skills.
- Proficient in use of electrical test equipment.
- Innovative, willing to learn and open to new ideas.
- Able to read, understand and interpret prints/drawings/manuals to troubleshoot power and control electrical systems.
- Solid organization and prioritization skills.
- Strong interpersonal and listening skills, with team focus.
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and
homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we've been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We're serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and
proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented
people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a
sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive
environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.