Job Information
Aerotek PLC Technician in Sumter, South Carolina
PLC Tech
Job Description
You will be responsible for set-up and maintenance of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems on equipment used in the production process. You will work directly with the Engineering team to supervise and improve processes for output and waste levels. You will provide leadership and ownership of process performance issues.
Responsibilities
Maintain all electrical systems used on all production equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance on designated production equipment as specified in the PM Program or as the need arises to ensure smooth operation.
Assist Engineering with the installation, debugging, and start-up of all equipment along with maintaining and adjusting vision systems within defined parameters.
Maintain equipment logs on assigned equipment, recording pertinent information about downtime and maintenance problems.
Document all process changes using approved control change procedures.
Ensure all safety and environmental procedures are maintained.
Provide Production Supervisors with relevant information on equipment and process performance, including production and waste information.
Provide leadership to other associates in problem solving of production equipment.
Coordinate and support other maintenance activities as needed.
Essential Skills
Ability to read PLC ladder logic.
Ability to read an electrical print and troubleshoot using the drawing.
Understanding of electric flow in schematics.
Ability to use a multi-meter to troubleshoot circuits.
Knowledge of the difference between analog and digital signals.
Understanding of AC versus DC voltage and how to check voltage in parallel or series.
Experience with electrical systems ranging from 24V to 480V.
Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and ability to get online and change program if needed.
Ability to use ladder logic.
Ability to watch a program and identify issues.
Experience with changing panel views and downloading programs.
Mechanical experience with hydraulics and vacuum pumps.
Experience with roller and materials conveyors, including SpanTech brand.
Ability to replace gear boxes, conveyors, rebuild conveyors, and perform general maintenance.
Knowledge of CAM operations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Robotics experience (helpful but not necessary).
Mechanical aptitude with an electronic focus.
Experience in automotive or any manufacturing environment.
Why Work Here?
Join a well-known company recognized for being a great place to work. Enjoy a sign-on bonus and full benefits. The company has a strong history of stability and has not had to conduct layoffs in recent years.
Work Environment
Work 8pm-8am on a 3, 2, 2, 3 schedule. Training will be 8am-4pm (M-F) for about 8-10 weeks before transitioning to the 8pm-8am shift. Onboarding starts on Mondays. The plant operates 24/7 with around 900 employees. This is a direct hire position.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Sumter, South Carolina.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $62000.00 - $74880.00/yr.
401K
Medical and Dental
sign on bonus
Full time position and immediate start of benefits once they start
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Sumter,SC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Mar 31, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.