Instrument Technician - FMCG

• Instrumentation Mechanician Trade Test or equivalent

• 5 or more years’ experience in PLC programming required

• Proficiency with multiple manufacturers automation hardware and software including but not limited to Allen Bradley

• Experience in reading and modifying electrical control schematics

  Knowledge of servo motion controls systems and/or robot motion control

 Functional Technical: 

•      Ability to work at a very fast pace
•      Analytical and accurate   
•      Strong knowledge of FMCG manufacturing processes preferably in a bakery
•      Strong administrative skills with extreme accuracy

 Personal Effectiveness:

• Attention to detail
• Sense of urgency
• Must be able to handle pressure
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good decision-making skills

• OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION

• Create and read logic and flow diagrams for program design, programming and commissioning
• Create and read electrical schematics
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, repair and replace process instruments as a part of the plant maintenance program
• Maintain process instruments including valves, vibration monitors and other instruments
• System monitoring, maintenance and troubleshooting operational problems
• Development of programs to suit processes
• Configure other automation devices, such as VFDs for automation/control
• Training of technical personnel on PLC, VSD and servo systems
• Provide technical support in developing and improving processes
• Mechanical and electrical maintenance
• Electrical fault finding and repair
• Perform other duties as required