Constellation Brands
Controls Technician (Architecture)
Job Description
Company Summary
If you have taken a moment to unwind with a bottle of beer, toast with glass of wine, or celebrate with a cocktail, chances are that you have shared that moment with Constellation Brands. We are passionate producers of iconic beer, wine and spirits brands that consumers love. From Corona Extra, to Robert Mondavi Wines, to SVEKDA Vodka, we produce over 100 premium brands with sales in nearly 100 countries, making us the number one multi-category beverage alcohol company in the U.S.
Responsibilities
Improve bottling line and cellar equipment efficiency through changes to automated controls
Utilize technical skills in troubleshooting, adjusting, and repairing packaging machinery that demonstrates literacy and required sophistication to manage PLC environments as well as using mechanical aptitude to solve all mechanical and electrical problems in the facility
Assists mechanics with electrical problems
Install and program electronic controls: i.e., VFD's, HMI's, PLC's
Install and terminate wiring for new equipment
Interface with internal company resources and external vendors to maintain support network
Provide support to production line staff to ensure efficient daily operational efficiencies are achieved
Maintain backup programs of all PLC bottling line and cellar programs
Ability to setup and modify parameters in bottling line inspection systems
Responsible for understanding ISO, Safety and Quality Policy's.
Minimum Qualifications
AAS degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering Degree, or completion of at least two years post-secondary education, formal training in electrical theory, industrial controls, or equivalent combination of education and / or experience
Minimum 5 years' experience in automation/controls environment
Experience reading and using equipment manuals, equipment drawings and electrical schematics to diagnose and resolve equipment problems
Computer literacy in MS Office
Must have basic math skills and ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide with the aid of a calculator
Ability to perform changes to PLC and HMI programs (adding sub-systems an interfacing equipment)
Ability to modify existing AutoCAD electrical drawings
Ability to create electrical documentation
Ability to write PLC and HMI programs for production equipment
Full knowledge of Allen Bradley controllers and programming software
Ability to design and document electrical control wiring using AutoCAD
Ability to design communications network between PLC's and HMI's
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 5 years' experience in bottling, labeling, and packaging equipment repairs, including maintenance of mechanical, bearings and shaft seals
Network and / or electrical certification
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
Works outdoors/indoors
Works in warm/cold climates
Works in high places
Works on wet surfaces
Is exposed to loud noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals
Works near moving, mechanical parts and lift truck traffic
Frequent walking, including going up and down stairs and ladders, and bending are required
Must be able to move up to 50 lbs
Must be able to work long hours, weekends, and holidays
Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time and work on a computer for extended periods.
Location
Acampo, CaliforniaAdditional Locations
Job Type
Full timeJob Area
Operations and ProductionEqual Opportunity
Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).