Controls Technician
Resume:
Chris Shelton
Munford, TN *****
addiep@r.postjobfree.com
QUALIFICATIONS
Design Software: AutoCAD, Pro-Engineer, Solid works 2014
Programmable Logic Controllers: RS Logix 5, RS Logix 500, MicroLogix, ControlLogix 5000, Studio 5000, RSLinx, Barber-Coleman Maco 4000 and 8000 systems, Direct Soft.
HMI: View Designer, TR-15, Allen-Bradley models PVP 6,7, 5000, C-more,
Robotics: Basic stamp, Moto man, Star, IAI, Fanuc, GMI, Panasonic, Denso, ABB
Integrated cameras: Fanuc, Keyence, Manta, Banner
Ink jet printers: Imaje, Markem, and Domino
Plastic machine knowledge: Injection molding, extrusion, and metal forming
Excellent ability to diagnose and repair wiring, electrical controls, industrial motor control centers, fluid power systems, and programmable logic controllers.
In-depth Knowledge of leading edge technologies such IO link, Shelby, ETC…
Implemented assestcentre with create success.
Knowledge in network server installation, management, and troubleshooting.
Strong mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics and fluid power skills. Able to weld and fabricate.
Strong desire to study and comprehend new technology.
In-depth knowledge and experience in machine design, project management, and machine builds.
Great interpersonal and team skills developed in the U.S Army as a Non-Commissioned Officer.
Strong in PLC programming and integration with Allen Bradley controls.
WORK EXPERIENCE
7/18-present, Engineering Controls Specialist, Unilever, Covington, TN
Support daily management of PLC's, HMIs, and related instrumentation in order to maximize plant efficiency and reliability.
Provides troubleshooting and development support for plant electricians (24hrs/7days a week).
Supports plant and corporate projects with controls projects in a manner meeting DFS (US)/CFIA (Canada) regulations and guidelines for controls systems were applicable.
Responsible for root-cause analysis on electrical/controls issues.
Assist in management and storage of controls related software and hardware in accordance with good manufacturing practices.
Technical resource for new products and re-stages
Participates in establishing company-wide best practices and standards and is responsible for ensuring compliance at local site.
Participates in cross-plant improvement teams
Develop strong partnership with manufacturing
Continuously strives to increase the efficiency and reliability of the plant controls system to support plant manufacturing business objectives
Execute multiple projects simultaneously
Technical analysis and design recommendations for cost effective resolution of runtime issues.
6/14-7/17, Controls Technician, Rexam, Oliver Branch, MS
Responsible for machine controls upgrades, Design, and integration
I routinely work with machine builders to ensure company standards are meet, standardized equipment is used, and machine runtime standards/requirements are meet.
I routinely conduct time studies, machine audits, meeting OEE goal/tracking, machine SOP’s, training outlines and packets
Continues improvement of machine diagnostics and availability.
I also support the maintenance department with machine troubleshooting and training.
5/13 – 6/14, Maintenance Unit Leader, Electrolux, Springfield, TN
Lead and directed all operations within the maintenance department including training employees, safety, 5S, achieving department goals, preventive/predictive maintenance, ordering parts and ensuring the department operated in a cost effective manner.
Responsible for all maintenance issues in a production atmosphere.
Supervision of 7 multicraft maintenance technicians and 2 maintenance Team leads.
Supported engineering in process improvement, equipment commissioning, and machine improvements through.
1/12 – 5/13, Controls Engineer, Manufacturing Industrial Group LLC, Lexington, TN
Manufacturer primarily automotive seating sub-assemblies, components and hardware.
Supervision of control Technicians; program and design of new machines; troubleshooting electrical control systems; integrating PLC’s with robot controls, such as motorman, Panasonic, ABB, and Fanuc.
All machine upgrades or modifications, and new product launches.
Responsible for working on the hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems.
12/08 – 1/12, Maintenance Coordinator, UGN Inc., Jackson, TN
Manufactures products for automobile manufacturers in North America.
Supervised 19 employees; maintenance technicians, tooling technicians, mold cleaners, and facility maintenance cleaners.
Coordinated all facility mechanical and electrical preventive maintenance activities including drafting PM plans on industrial equipment.
Responsible for all machine repairs, process changes, and improvements. Also, responsible for working on the hydraulics and pneumatics systems.
Worked lateral with engineering on machine and process improvements, capital projects, and equipment installation.
Organized and scheduled training to enhance the overall ability of the department to perform in a sound technical and professional manner.
Ensured compliance with corporate policies, plant rules, environmental and safety procedures and laws.
Coordinated with other supervisors, managers, and employees at all levels to ensure commonality of purpose and direction.
9/05 – 12/08, Controls Technician, Advanced Technology Services (ATS)
ATS improves the productivity and profitability through the managed services of production equipment maintenance, information technology and spare parts repair. Worked at several locations while here: IL, TN, & MO.
Lead Technician for second shift.
All maintenance and troubleshooting plastic injection molding & extruding up to 25,000-ton presses, 30 to 1000 ton punch presses and Fanuc, BMI, Moto man robots.
Troubleshooting, repair and PM of the mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics machine systems.
Dealt with Allen-Bradley PLC’s 5, SLC 500, MicroLogix, ControlLogix 5000, DC drives, Siemens PLC’s step 7 in high-speed operations daily.
Programmed daily with AB controllers.
Responsible for recording and backing up all programs including robot and PLC programs.
Improved and completed several projects dealing with automation and integrated equipment.
My primary job was PLC programming dealing with all changes to controllers, including HMI’s using Panel builder and new projects.
EDUCATION
7/05 – 2008, Major: Engineering Technology, concentration in Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Jackson State, Jackson, TN
Course work: Industrial Circuits, Electrical Circuits I&II, Electronics I&II, Programmable Logic Controllers I&II (Allen-Bradley specific), Motors and Motor Controls, AutoCAD 2007, Pro-engineer wildfire (3D design) Hydraulics, Pneumatics etc.. Mechanical, etc.
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