Electronic Specialist Plywood

This position is responsible for process improvement, including improving the design, installation, maintenance, and operation of all types of control devices and electronic accessories working with production, administrative personnel, and vendors. Position will work with computers, programmable logic controllers, electronic control devices, scanners, and miscellaneous peripherals that support mill production. Training of other personnel in electronic troubleshooting will be required. Must be willing to work extra hours as necessary and be on-call during off hours. Must be an advocate of process control and total quality. Some travel required.

• Complete, coordinate, and prioritize all aspects of plant’s mechanical and electrical maintenance, shutdowns, projects, new equipment installation, upgrades, equipment repair and rebuilds, plant remodels and expansions, cycle improvements, predictive and preventative maintenance.
• Manage millwrights, electricians, technicians, equipment mechanics, rolling stock mechanics, and cleanup pertaining to maintenance activities.
• Monitor plant operations to ensure plant uptime and efficiency are optimal.
• Ensure the maintenance and repair of equipment and tools at appropriate cost and timeframe.
• Maintains an environmental awareness and develops processes that ensure compliance with all environmental laws.
• Standardize electrical and mechanical parts as practicable for all operations and create a cross-reference manual.
• Prepare and deliver training programs for maintenance personnel.
• Participate in the selection, design, installation, and debugging of manufacturing equipment. Provide recommendations for the purchase of equipment, tools, and supplies. Confer with manufacturers in design or redesign of manufacturing equipment upgrades and assist in equipment selection.
• Manage project construction including vendor evaluation, securing materials, coordinating on-site vendor work, scheduling work, monitoring safety, and assure work completed in compliance with related permits.
• Maintain and gain relevant knowledge keeping abreast of technological advances and necessary changes for maximized operating efficiency.
• Assure compliance with recordkeeping requirements affecting the operations and compliance with department budgets.
• Ability to convert relay logic controls to PLC (programmable logic controller) through effective and efficient programming.
• Accountable for problem identification and resolution regarding electrical/computerized technology of the facility.
• Capable of communicating with others at all levels in the organization and open and responsive to change.
• Demonstrate strong commitment to safety, quality, environmental awareness, and continuous process improvement.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Certifications, type and/or years of experience and physical functions required for the position):

College degree, or equivalent experience in related job function. Successful candidate will have a solid understanding/ability of troubleshooting electronic components and control systems, the ability to write PLC programs and have a working knowledge of PC programs, be an excellent communicator, and have the ability to work with a wide variety of personnel.

Preferred Qualifications: Prefer bachelor’s degree in electronics, engineering, science, or related field. Prefer more than three (3) years (or specific technical knowledge attained through post high school education) of experience in related job function.

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