Experienced Controls Technician Job at Frito-Lay North America, Abingdon, MD

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  • Frito-Lay North America
  • Abingdon, MD

Job Description

Sign on Bonus $6000 paid out at $3000 at 6 months of employment and $3000 at 1 year of employment.

Bonus based on performance and eligibility.

401K and Pension

Benefits Eligible on Day 1

Opportunities for advancement of career

Our Controls Technicians install, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation, control circuits, and other equipment used in our manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities and Duties include but are not limited to:

• Electronics – Fundamentals/circuits/Ohm’s Law/schematic interpretation, passive and active semiconductor components

• Electrical – Power Distribution (MCC, Switchgear)/Low Voltage DC thru 480V three phase (600 VAC f/Canada)

• Control Signals – 4-20ma, 0-5V, 0-10V, Frequency, Digital

• Hardware – Install/configure/diagnose internal and external devices

• Understanding of Basic Controls – PLC Programming, Closed Loop Process Control, OIT interface programming, VFDs, Servo Motion Control, Safety Circuits

• Understanding of Basic Networking – Install/configure/diagnose plant floor networks (Ethernet, RIO, DH+, Controlnet, Devicenet)

• Mechanical Experience – Understanding of mechanical systems (Pumps/Motors/Valves/pneumatics/hydraulics)

• General Instrumentation – Temperature/Pressure/Flow/Level transducers

If you do not have extensive experience, you may be better suited for one of our entry-level position. If so, we encourage you to search for the position that best fits your current skillset. Prior to to the in-person interview, you will be asking to complete a hands-on electrical skills test.

Although you will start out working for Frito-Lay, this job can open the door to career opportunities with our parent company, PepsiCo. We set industry standards in terms of pay and benefits. We also offer unbeatable benefits including health insurance, dental and vision, retirement saving benefits including a 401(k) with company contribution, vacation days and much more.

As a full-time team member, you are eligible to receive full company benefits. Here is a breakdown of what we offer:

  • Health care benefits including medical, dental, and vision
  • Retirement savings benefits such as 401(k) with Company match, company-funded retirement benefits, pension plans, and stock purchase programs
  • Vacation time, including two weeks after one year of continuous, full-time employment and eligibility for up to one week during the first year
  • Ten paid holidays
  • Paid sick leave that adheres to Maryland law

All benefits are subject to eligibility terms and can vary based on length of employment, collective bargaining agreement and job status such as part-time or seasonal, as applicable.

Before going any further, you should know that our Maintenance team is known for two critical areas of expertise:

* Deep understanding of high-voltage wiring (480V 3-phase motors)

* Multi-craft maintenance and repair (e.g. performing interrelated repairs on electrical systems and mechanical systems)

Are you comfortable, competent, and capable with high-voltage wiring and multi-craft repair?

If you answered yes, our team would welcome your contributions to our daily operations. We asked our Maintenance Mechanics what we should tell you about your work day, and this is what they had to say:

* You will use your extensive knowledge to assist entry-level mechanics with difficult repairs

* You are willing to work under pressure to fix equipment

* You will work urgently to get the equipment back up and running

* You will be troubleshooting issues on a wide variety of equipment

* You will ensure maximum equipment efficiency, effectiveness, and reliability

* Responding to maintenance calls is part of your job, and this can sometimes mean helping complete a repair that has already been started

* You will work from task lists when diagnosing machines and taking corrective actions

Professional insight and knowledge of the operation of our equipment will enable you to understand problems and take action to resolve issues. Do you have an electrical certification, maintenance manufacturing experience, technical school training, or welding experience?

If so, you are likely well-equipped to join the team. We have a robust training program that can benefit you provided that you have a proven base knowledge of mechanical maintenance repair (especially with regard to electrical repair multi-craft repairs). Although it’s not required, many managers prefer that candidates have at least two years’ training experience in mechanical/electrical repair in a manufacturing environment. Please be sure that you meet the following minimum requirements for this position:

* You are at least 18 years of age or older

* You will be required to work on weekends and holidays

* Ability to lift 15 to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation

* You are able to stand and walk for extended periods of time with or without a reasonable accommodation

* You are able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation

* You are willing and able to work in an environment that has extreme temperatures, humidity, hazardous/loud equipment, and slippery surfaces

We hope you can imagine yourself on the team. Does this sound like you?

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents. View PepsiCo EEO Policy.
Please view our Pay Transparency Statement.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Seasonal work, Relocation bonus, Weekend work,

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