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MAAG Pump Systems, Automatik Plastics Machinery, Maag Gala Industries, Reduction Engineering Scheer, Ettlinger, AMN, and Witte - seven successful and well-experienced companies have joined forces to become the global partner for the polymer industry. As a manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing, and filtration systems, and pulverizers we offer top-grade equipment for your demanding requirements - not only for polymer applications but also for the chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries

Position Title:
PLC System Testing Technician

Position Location:
Eagle Rock, VA

Main position objectives
The PLC Systems Testing Technician provides the highest quality in electrical testing of control systems and mechanical functionality on the Maag family of equipment. Working independently but supported by sales and engineering, the incumbent is the testing PLC representative for quality and functionality of our product portfolio for the customer's equipment and controls prior to shipment.

Position description - Tasks, responsibilities, competencies
(List 8-10 specific tasks - start each description indicating an action e.g. leads, advises, develops etc.)
* Requires a thorough knowledge of Engineering and Manufacturing practices and methodologies.
* Possesses an in-depth understanding of 3-phase motor controls, Allen Bradley, Siemens PLC's, programming and HMI screen design, and related products.
* Reads and evaluates electrical schematics for wire checks and interconnections for testing
* Reads and evaluates mechanical drawings and BOM's
* Troubleshoots using meters, laptop, schematics, and manuals
* Troubleshoots, reads, and edits PLC logic
* Reviews work orders and specifications prior to starting projects
* Maintains specified test records and reports for all relevant testing data and is accountable for all check sheets after testing to hand off to project coordinators
* Strives for continuous improvement in the process to maintain optimum operation for the customers equipment
* Tests for spare part orders
* Demonstrates thorough knowledge of Siemens and Allen Bradley controls.
* Possesses MS Office experience including MS Excel experience.
* Works effectively with networking, and internet devices.
* Cleans screens and tanks after testing
* Works independently
* Some travel to customer's facility to assist in startups should be expected at times.

The incumbent considers all interests of quality, accident prevention and occupational safety as well as environmental safety in a preventive manner within his scope of responsibility and supports the avoidance of damages to people, facilities, assets, material and environment actively.
The incumbent is obliged to perform tasks requested by management that relate to his position scope or arise from company needs. This job description reflects current status, right to make changes reserved.

Work Environment
* Generally a Systems Testing Technician work in a plant setting. One of their main tools include a computer with proprietary software to create,and modify their programs as well as standard assembly tools. While performing the duties of this job in a plant setting, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration, hot equipment, hot and cold weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud and PPE may be required.

Physical Requirements
* The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, sitting and climbing.

* The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Job Specification

Education (area of studies, Management, IT etc.)

Mandatory
* Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering / Technology, or a related field of education, or relevant experience is required.
* Training on logic circuits, electric motors, gears / mechanical devices
Desirable
* Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant job experience

Professional experience (description incl. No. of years)
Mandatory
* Familiar with large rotating equipment
* Able to read and explain manufacturing drawing, schematics and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
Desirable
* Experience in plastics processing equipment is highly desirable.

Interpersonal skills and behavioral competencies

Mandatory
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks
* Independent self-starter with ability to problem solve and anticipate and avoid issues
* Strong team player, work ethic and commitment to win
* Customer-focused

Dover Competencies:

Customer Impact
Results driven
Strong Business Acumen and Sound Judgment

Schedule: Monday to Friday Other: possible weekends, night hours or holidays as needed

Company Profile
Maag is a worldwide supplier and leading manufacturer of plastic processing equipment and complete processing systems for the plastics industry.

Maag Gala, Inc. is a division of Maag - A Dover Company. The worldwide leading manufacturer of gear pumps, pelletizing systems and filtration systems for demanding applications in the plastics, chemical, petrochemical, and food industries.

The foundation of our success is found in Maag's core values:
* Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit
* Winning Through Customers
* High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust
* Expectation for Results
* Respect and Value People

Available benefits include: 401K, paid annual holidays, medical coverage, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and more!

Maag and its related companies provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Maag is committed to protecting the safety, health and well being of all employees and individuals in our workplace. Maag is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Our total rewards package for eligible team members also includes: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws ;business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contactmaag.americas.hr@maag.comfor assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

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