Come Be Part of a Mission that Matters!

As a Neogen Controls Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the operational availability of a wide array of manufacturing equipment. You will apply your technical skills to install, maintain and repair mechanical and electrical systems, factory automation and robotics. You will work with engineering teams to improve equipment reliability and minimize or eliminate downtime. Neogen’s Controls Specialists are also the first-responding problem solvers who manage machine breakdown recoveries to keep production running. Our systems include robotics, variable frequency drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, controls devices, vision and scanning systems, and other sub-systems designed to produce high quality products. The ability to form close working relationships with team members is essential for success. We support and empower our people to be successful, and we strive to create a flexible and fun working environment that will encourage innovation and job satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely troubleshoot and maintain process systems, electrical systems, control systems and instrumentation.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance and calibration programs.
• Support programming of process control systems for new projects.
• Fully understand ladder diagrams, electrical schematics, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
• Correctly configure and program a variety of manufacturing controllers.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers and Maintenance Manager to ensure equipment issues are resolved effectively and efficiently.
• Use graphical user interfaces (HMI’s).
• Perform preventive maintenance duties on automated equipment and systems.
• Maintain equipment files, logs, and drawings.

Job Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of experience working in a controls technician/engineer role on production manufacturing equipment and/or have equivalent training or relevant technical education.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed mechanical assembly drawings and accurately measure and inspect tolerances.
• Advanced computer skills (able to use job-specific PC applications and coach other users)
• Solid electrical knowledge (thorough understanding of electrical requirements and hazards)
• Solid skills with voltmeter to check AC/DC voltage, able to diagnose issues and troubleshoot electrical systems.
• Proficient with pneumatic-solenoid valves, actuator, and control operations.
• Proficient with basic hydraulic system operations.
• Ability to analyze problems and error conditions, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (able to present findings, understand and record maintenance procedures, communicate across shifts, etc.).
• Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills that promote teamwork.

Experience in the following areas is highly beneficial:

• Working knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC and comparable ladder logic control programs, and Panelview HMI systems, frequency drives and  motion controls.
• Orchestra, Opera, FT Batch and Feedmaster
• Working knowledge of communication networks for manufacturing equipment.
• Coordination of repairs on equipment to minimize downtime.
• Familiarity with electrical systems ranging from 24 VDC to 240 VAC

WHO IS NEOGEN:

From farm to fork, we offer solutions to enhance the quality, quantity and safety of the global food supply. Our animal safety solutions are used on farms, veterinary practices and manufacturers around the world to provide the best animal care possible. Whether food or pharmaceuticals, Neogen’s provides a one-stop shop for the health and safety to our animals and our customers operations.

Neogen’s culture combines stability with a deep belief in providing professional and personal growth. Our Pillars of Trust — the principles that guide our everyday decision-making, include Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect, and Service. It’s our belief in these characteristics that provides a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.