McCain Foods is a world-leading food company and one of the largest manufacturers of frozen potato specialities. We also produce other foods including pizza, appetisers, vegetables, oven meals and our products can be found in restaurants and supermarket freezers in more than 160 countries around the globe. We employ more than 22,000 people globally and operate 49 production facilities on six continents.
McCain Ballarat is looking for an experienced and motivated individual to join our Maintenance team in the role of Electrical Control Technician. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will carry out technical support functions including (but not limited to) the diagnosis and repair of faults on electrical and control equipment. This includes, develop, modify, install and commission electrical control equipment and PLC programs for process improvement and new projects.
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate leadership and customer focus, with a collaborative approach.
Key Responsibilities :
* Maintain and Program Programmable Logic Controls (PLC), SCADA and communication systems.
* Oversee the entire electrical system on site ensuring that our systems are compliant with local standards & regulations.
* Liaise with maintenance and production personnel.
* Use Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
* Identify and procure electrical and control equipment.
* Design and implement plant improvements and modifications.
* Troubleshoot and repair electronic faults, and systems on plant electrical equipment.
* Test, install and calibrate transducers and actuators.
* Install and setup variable frequency and servo drives.
* Assist in the training of Electricians and Apprentices
As part of this role it is expected that you will understand and practise safe company procedures in line with:
* WH&S (Work Health & Safety) Policy (including Safe Lifting Procedures)
* Procedures and Work Instructions
* Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety
Mandatory Education and Skill Requirements :
Mandatory:
* A Class Electrical License
* Electrical Trade Certificate
* Allen Bradley PLC qualifications / experience
DesirableQualifications:
* Experience with Beckoff, Siemens and Omron would be an advantage
* RSlogix experience
* Continuous process manufacturing experience.
About You:
* Strong commitment to Health and Safety.
* Excellent problem solving skills.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for self-motivated individuals looking for an opportunity to move into a senior role. If you have what it takes to be a part of our maintenance leadership team, we want to hear from you.
To be considered for this role, your application must include a covering letter and resume.
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognise that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.