Electrical & Automation Technician

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical engineering, robotics, or a closely related technical field.
• Basic knowledge in MS office/SAP.
• Experience in a production environment, particularly as it relates to automation technology.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and communication skills.
• Awareness of all the general safety protocols to be followed in a Factory.

Main purpose of the role:

• Possess multiple skills in the areas of fluid power, manufacturing processes, electricity, electronics, and mechanical systems.
• Interpersonal skills to lead and communicate with peers.
• Ability to be cool when working under pressure, especially working on day and night shift patterns.
• Possess a deep understanding of Ethernet communication, Control Logic and Programmable Logic Control (PLC), mainly Siemens S5 AND S7 Series with understanding & practical experience of minimum 2 years.
• Demonstrate knowledge concerning general safety protocol and procedures regarding field operations.
• Possess broad-based knowledge in order to successfully troubleshoot, diagnose, and solve problems that relate to mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, etc.
• Electro-mechanical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge in the areas of computers and electronics which relates to circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, computer software and hardware.
• Knowledge relating to the practical application in the areas of interpreting science and technology; ability to apply relevant principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment for the design and production of goods and services.
• General mechanical knowledge.
• Conduct break down analysis.
• Critical thinking ability which requires using logic and reasoning in order to identify the strength and weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems in both technical and non-technical areas.
• Ability to read & understand Electrical single line and Electrical panels drawings.

Main Accountabilities:

• Adhere to safety standards all the time.
• Assist in performing analysis on all projects related to electrical and automation.
• Undertake emergency troubleshooting on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment to determine problems associated with the machines
• Maintain equipment so as to ensure that equipment and processes run very smoothly.
• Provide technical assistance and support regarding all projects, installations, and repairs.
• Maintain smooth communication with different levels of departments and peers.
• Ensure the use of a digital dashboard for thorough analysis and fault reviews.
• Conduct investigations; recommend changes and upgrades to equipment.
• Upgrade hardware and software for improved process control.
• Communicate findings, upgrades, and troubleshooting to colleagues and management through e-mail, texts, and voice calls.
• Prepare periodic reports on the progress made concerning faulty machines, errors, and processes.
• Provide regular system operation training on automated systems.
• Take care of installation, maintenance, and inspection of control systems and workstation installations at the facility.
• Coordinate with other workers in order to achieve departmental goals.
• Provide technical monitoring for contractors in their respective areas.
• Assist in the specification, installation, design and modifications of the systems.

• Closure of safety hazards on site.
• Monitoring that the machine is adhering to factory safety standards.
• Identify the root cause to prevent a similar safety hazard that may arise in the future.
• Rectifying all electrical and automation related machine breakdowns.
• Identifying the Root Cause of the breakdown (BD) and documenting Break Down analysis for major breakdowns.
• Carrying out Preventive Maintenance.
• Ensuring that the product meets all quality requirements.
• Completion of Work orders through CMMS.
• Ensure a work order is created for every part withdrawn from the store.
• Suggesting Ideas to improve the machine maintenance.
• Provide input on potential improvements on SMPs, component life improvements.
• Carry out individual projects to improve machine programming & performance.
• Assist in rectifying other minor issues on the line.
• Carrying out changeovers on the machine.
• Maintain the spare parts for the machine.
• Provide continuous improvement in the PM plan.
• Ensure compliance of proper procedure for all component withdrawals

Experience Required:

Essential:

• Technical knowledge of the machine on a component level.
• Candidate should be able to fix breakdowns and run the machine with producing minimal quality defects.
• Candidate should be able to resolve minor stops at the minimum time possible.
• Candidate should be able to complete work orders in CMMS and fill out maintenance forms and breakdown analysis.
• Practical Experience of Power distribution, PLC, VFD, and servo Drives.

Preferred:

• Experience of manufacturing in an F&B, Fast Moving Consumer Goods Company.
• Experience as a team member within a project Management team with an awareness of project management tools and techniques.
• Experience with food safety standards.
• TPM/WCM knowledge and problem-solving abilities.
• Should be able to lead small team to Basic operators.