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Job Description:

Company Description

Avery Weigh-Tronix (AWT) is among the world’s largest manufacturers and suppliers of weighing equipment with company facilities in 9 countries, and partners in over 70 others. With its North American headquarters, R&D and manufacturing base in Minnesota, AWT has an impressive set of products, activities and skills in its Fairmont facility including truck scales. Forklift scales, pharmacy counters, ag scale components, dynamometers, retail/postal scales, load cells, instrumentation and much more.

AWT is a leading employer in the area, with people traveling from many communities in southern MN and northern IA. Employees work at AWT much longer than other employers due to its attractive combination of very stable employment, consistent schedule, flexible paid time off, medical, dental & vision, retirement contributions, comfortable indoor work environment with purpose designed workstations, safety focused culture, and opportunities for advancement or work other functions, including development of trade skills such as welding & machining.

Summary

The Associate Controls Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, installing, and performing preventative maintenance of all Electronic and Electromechanical equipment within the facility. This person will evaluate complex machinery and troubleshoot to determine root cause solutions. The Associate Controls Engineer will interact with various departments throughout Avery Weigh-Tronix including manufacturing engineering, maintenance, and various production departments.

What You Will Do

• Drive improvement in all Automated Manufacturing processes.

• Assist in new equipment development and modifications and revisions to existing machines.

• Participate in capital projects.

• Investigate and install new methods, layouts, equipment, and processes that improve the overall operation of the plant.

• Troubleshoot processes which are prone to be frequent or major production problems with electronics measurement tools and PLC programming software.

• Make modifications to machine programming.

• Debug automated equipment.

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair various assembly, automation, and mold equipment.

• Perform preventative maintenance tasks and fill out relevant paperwork.

• Replace worn equipment.

• Look for methods of improving efficiency and ensuring quality standards, as part of a team.

• Communicate with other shifts, operators, and technicians to give and receive updates on equipment status.

What We Are Looking For

• 2-year associate degree or technical degree in the related field or Electrical Engineer Degree with an interest in automation projects.

• Working knowledge of robotics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electrical systems preferred.

• Good mechanical ability; PLC, Motion Control, and CNC controls system experience preferred.

• Willingness/ability to attend formal training courses to learn PLC programming if needed (employee will be paid for his/her time).

• Must possess good communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, excellent visual skills for accessing functionality of equipment, above basic mathematical skills and reasoning ability.

• Able to read electronic schematics and mechanical drawings.

• Knowledge of OSHA Requirements to include electrical safety, machine guarding, and authorized lockout/tagout procedures.

• Basic working knowledge of computer software, email, excel, word and internet.

• Possess strong work ethic, is a self-starter, has good attendance and works successfully in team settings.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Possess dexterity and flexibility to allow for work around various machines that require crawling, kneeling, reaching, bending, and standing. Must be able to stand for a full shift (8 hours).

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds sporadically.

Company Benefits

Best in Class Benefits: Our total rewards package is broad and offers comprehensive support from health and wellness, to retirement and financial stability.

• Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• HSA/FSA with a company match

• Income Protection Benefits

• Industry Leading 401(k) plan

• Paid Time Off

• Parental Leave

• Matching Gift and Volunteer Program

Opportunities to Get Involved and Give Back

• Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are employee-led organizations that bring together diverse groups of people to share experiences and innovative ideas to help accelerate our path to full potential

• It is also our commitment to a diverse and inclusive work environment, strive to create a place where everyone is welcome to contribute their talents and ideas.

• ITW Hearts Giving Hope Program provide employees an opportunity to give back and help families in our neighborhoods who are in need

Additional information

It is the policy of Avery Weigh-Tronix to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Avery Weigh-Tronix will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Compensation Information:

Pay Range: $26.00 - $35.20

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.