PLC Technician

Day Shift ($5,000 Sign-On Bonus)

We Create Products and Brands That People Trust to Clean, Sanitize, and Protect Their Homes and Pools

When you join KIK Consumer Products, you’re joining a team that cares about the work we do and also about each other. We bring exceptional brands and products to consumers that help them protect the health and wellness of their families and the cleanliness of their homes and pools. We are committed to building a culture of performance driven by accountability, collaboration, and agility that enables timely fact-based decision-making and exceptional execution with unwavering ethics. As one of North America’s largest independent manufacturers of consumer products, KIK helps a large portfolio of brands and retailers bring their products to life.

Your Role at KIK

This role will be a member of our maintenance team, and will support the mechanical, electrical, and PLC needs at the manufacturing plant.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain electrical equipment including but not limited to: motors (all types), starters, breakers, transformers, isolation switches, relays, fuses, resistors, air conditioning, valves, AC Drives, DC Drives, electrical cable, fiber optic cable, coaxial cable, conduit, receptacles, PLCs, heaters, control panels, lights & lighting panels, distributive controls, UPS, fire & emergency alarms, disposal of bulbs and other hazardous material.
• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation equipment including but not limited to: transmitters (all types), valves, I/P, positioners, actuators, dampers, flow meters, and level sensors.
• Complete and prioritize multiple work orders, in support of controls systems, motors, mechanical equipment, PLC programming, etc.
• Work to effectively troubleshoot technical issues both related to maintenance and in emergency situations; Troubleshooting electrical, motor and control problems. This includes determining if a motor or electrical system, is functioning properly and is configured properly.
• If there is a problem, determine the proper course of action and safely implement it. Solutions may include taking voltage and amp readings, tracing wiring, evaluating relays, testing motors, evaluating health of wiring, checking breakers and fuses, evaluating sensors and determining the health of overall systems and equipment.
• Discuss and explain technical issues in a business environment; act professionally during times of equipment breakdown.
• Utilize MS Windows, Industrial Software and SAP on a daily basis.
• Cooperatively assist maintenance technicians on shift as needed. Including the performance of mechanical repairs when appropriate.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Project Management, Maintenance Technicians to successfully accomplish engineering projects.

The above statement describes the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills.Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

What You’ll Bring

• At least 3 years Manufacturing/Industrial setting experience utilizing troubleshooting & programming PLCs
• Associates degree in electronic field and/or Electrical Diploma/Certificate with at least 3 years of experience OR 5+ years of proven experience in related field is highly desirable.
• Proficient with SAP
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business priorities and assignments
• Ability to train and coach others from technical expertise
• Ability to use hand tools
• Results oriented with primary focus on problem definition and generation of alternate solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills of electrical controls systems.
• Must be able to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Must be able to bend, twist, reach, push, and lift for extended periods daily.
• Ability to utilize electrical testing equipment (multi-meter, meager, phase finder, etc.)
• Knowledge of E-Stops and other Safety Circuits
• Knowledge of NFPA 70 and 70E
• Knowledge of instrumentation utilizing analog and digital inputs/outputs
• Ability to configure IP and serial communication ports for all connections to PLC & HMI hardware.
• Experience with Rockwell software packages including Rockwell, RS Logix 5, 500, 5000, etc.
• Experience in automated control systems and associated networking configurations (PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, etc.)
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings/schematics
• Understand ladder logic & function block programming, PLC tagging structure and PLC hardware configuration.
• Understanding of the process flow and associated designs
• Ability to troubleshoot, test, install and document programs and any associated changes
• Proper download/retrieval of machine programming.
• Ability to remove/install pre-calibrated process control instrumentation (Transmitters, Digital Readouts, etc.)
• Accurate and timely completion of daily paperwork.

What You Will Get

KIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career.This position has a base salary range of $36-$41/HR. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.

About KIK

We create the products and brands that people trust to clean, sanitize, and protect their homes, pools, and cars. We are one of North America’s largest independent consumer product manufacturers with 16 North American manufacturing facilities. We also operate globally in Canada, Europe, and Australia. We are known for our portfolio of notable brands including Spic and Span® and Comet® cleaning products, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry® pool chemicals. We are also the #1 producer in North America of store-brand (“private label”) bleach and a leading private-label provider of laundry detergent and additives, dishwashing products, general-purpose cleaning, and other home care products.

Our global team of over 2,300 employees drives our capabilities in product development, product formulation, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, packaging design, brand marketing, project management, quality assurance, compliance, distribution, and logistics.

Our organization is constantly evolving and is driven by a set of “One KIK” values – a dedication to following through on commitments in a customer-focused, profit-motivated way; while never compromising on safety, ethics, or integrity.

KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.

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You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
• Conveyor Systems