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USCS

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

USCS, Hebron, IN, United States

Who We Are: USCS is driven to advance, innovate and serve companies seeking the best service, facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are employee focused, an equal employment opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team.

The Job Details:

  • Assist commissioning of automated material handling equipment and warehouse control systems.
  • Supervise and mentor automation technicians and subordinates to ensure growth and development.
  • Provide guidance/direction to train Automation Controls Technicians and maintenance.
  • Review system layouts, schematics, field wiring, control devices and other automation components.
  • Assist Chief Engineer in developing a staff of mechanics and coordinating vendors to provide adequate Preventative Maintenance (PM) and emergency repair to support operations.
  • Expert on site regarding PLC logic, SCADA systems, and HMDI.
  • Coordinates with automation supervisor to setup, program, modify, and maintain a variety of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), SCADA (Supervisor Control and Data Acquisition) systems and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI).
  • Trouble-shoot automated and material handling equipment (i.e., motors, scanners, PLC components, power supplies, VFDs, photoeyes, encoders, etc.) and other electrical control equipment.
  • Use Savanna WCS to read I/O status and PLC fault codes.
  • Evaluate situations to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency.
  • Troubleshoot, replace, and align sensors including photoeyes and proximity switches.
  • Identify spare parts needed for field requirements.
  • Utilize the Computerize Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) to manage and improve Preventive Maintenance (PM’s) and spare parts usage.
  • Assist with the development of maintenance SOP’s, maintenance procedures, and safety procedures.
  • Safety in accessing/operating heavy automated machinery as well as rigging, climbing, and working with high voltage and controls circuits.


The Job Specifics:
  • Location, Department and Work Hours: Engineering, Hours Vary
  • Reports To: Chief Engineer
  • Travel Amount: 0-10%, hours may vary depending on business needs
  • Job Type, EEO, and Job Code: Full-Time, Exempt, SC16000081
What We Are Looking For:

Education
  • Technical Associates Degree or higher
  • Must pass Emergency Response Physical. (Lung Capacity and Auditory Testing are conducted annually)
Experience
  • -3+ years of project management experience, preferably within automated material handling and logistics applications.
  • -PLC, VFD, HMI, AGV, VGV, AC Motor Controls, Robotics knowledge, including programming and configuration.
  • -Three or more years engineering experience supporting, commissioning and troubleshooting PLC/PC industrial control systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley)
  • -Ability to schedule own tasks and handle all facets of assigned projects independently and with minimal supervision
  • -Have experience with Allen Bradley /Siemens PLC HW/SW platforms.
  • -Safety orientation with high voltage power supplies
  • -Hands-on experience with industrial networks.
  • -Experience and skill in analyzing control systems and troubleshooting issues.
  • -Root cause analysis / problem-solving skills.
  • -Supervision
Other Abilities You Will Need to Have: The physical demands described below are representative of those required of an individual performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
  • Bend and lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis
  • Lift up to 70lbs with assistance on an occasional basis
  • Stand and walk for extended periods of time
  • Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls
  • Be able to speak and hear for safety and productivity
  • Use scanners, tablets, radio, phones, and other warehouse machinery
  • Ability to lift overhead
  • Ability to work overtime is an essential part of this position due to demand
  • Drive a registered motor vehicle to satisfy daily requirements
  • Have acceptable and / or correctable vision
  • Work in an atmosphere range of + 50 to - 30 degrees F with a moderate noise level
  • Personal interaction and communication required to and from other people is extremely high
  • Good arithmetic and reading skills
  • Understand and follow verbal instruction, written instruction and company policies
  • A self-starter that can work independently and coordinate with others
  • Work in a fast pace environment with the ability to manage stress and productivity guidelines
The Standard Details:
  • Always maintain a professional manner in appearance and communications.
  • Participate in staff and/or customer meetings if required.
  • Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process, and quality systems.
  • Identify and record any issues relating to product, processes and/or quality.
  • Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through appropriate channels.
  • Verify the implementation of solutions.
  • Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.
  • Participate in Safety and Educational Training.
What’s In It For You:

A great company with great people. Full-time employees not under contract are offered: 401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year, If elected Blue Cross Blue Shield after 90 days of service, Company Life Insurance, and a bunch of other great perks.

Things We Need To Mention:
  • The above job description may not include all tasks necessary to complete the job.
  • Job functions may vary based on area of operation. The job description is a listing of the most common tasks the associate will be required to perform in that job area.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.