Sofidel America of Haines City, FL is currently seeking an Automation Technician to join our maintenance team. We are searching for a candidate who is local to the area and is looking for a long-term role in a stable environment with opportunity for growth. Your expertise will make you an important part of our team!
Sofidel America is a subsidiary of the Sofidel Group, one of the leading manufacturers of paper for hygienic and domestic use worldwide. Established in 2012, Sofidel America is headquartered in Horsham, Pa., and operates manufacturing plants in six additional states (Florida, Wisconsin, Nevada, Oklahoma, Ohio, and Mississippi). The Sofidel Group has subsidiaries in 12 countries – Italy, Spain, the UK, France, Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Poland, Hungary, Greece, Romania, and the U.S. - with more than 6,500 employees.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist with electrical and instrumentation maintenance, replacing and repairing components and parts as needed, programming monitoring systems, and troubleshooting issues.
- Identify the root cause of quality and production deficiencies and take corrective action.
- Assist the production department with outage management and safety enhancements.
- Follow verbal and written directions as well as work orders to complete tasks and communicate openly between shifts.
- Perform preventative maintenance on electrical equipment and instrumentation systems.
- Ensure proper operation of robotic systems by maintaining all mechanical, electronic, and electrical components.
- Gather PLC input and output data to track equipment efficiency.
- Collaborate with team members to resolve problems, uncover the root causes, and assist in enhancing processes by identifying inefficiencies and design problems.
- Recommend improvements and make adjustments.
- Understand and utilize various electrical schematic wiring diagrams.
- Provide troubleshooting and maintenance support for all assigned automated systems at all hours of the day and night, depending on plant schedule.
- Follow regulations supporting Sofidel America’s “Good Manufacturing Practices” and HACCP to promote a safe, sanitary, and hygienically sound workplace.
- Assists in on-the-job training of others.
- All other duties as assigned
Job Requirements
- Technical Degree in Electrical, Electronics Technology, Electro-Mechanical or Automation/Engineering preferred or two (2) years of experience in related area
- Experience in a production environment, particularly as it relates to automation technology
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Excellent mechanical aptitude and communication skill
Company Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid and Unpaid Breaks
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Health Insurance
- PTO
- 401(k) Match (50% match up to 15% employee contribution)
- Positive and Safe Work Environment
- Professional Employee Assistance
- Health and Financial Wellness Programs
Sofidel is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Sofidel America is an equal opportunity employer. Sofidel America is committed to the spirit and letter of all federal, state, and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience with PLC Programming?
- Can you troubleshoot PLC using laptop?
- Can you read Electrical Schematics?
- Do you have experience troubleshooting and repairing Robots such as FANUC?
- Are you willing to work overtime and be on call on a as needed basis?
Education:
Ability to Commute:
- Haines City, FL 33844 (Required)
Work Location: In person
