Automation Technician Job at Oasis Africa Consulting Limited

Oasis Africa Consulting Limited - Our client is a Beverage company with strong growth plans, backed by international investors, it currently seeks to recruit qualified candidate, who is ambitious to develop him/herself to an outstanding leader within the Group to fill the position below:

Job Position: Automation Technician (Preferably from Coca Cola, Bigi, RC Cola & Pepsi Industries)
Job Location: Lekki, Lagos
Job Title: Full-time

Summary

• Automation technicians repair and maintain the computer-controlled systems and robotic devices used within industrial  facilities to reduce human intervention and maximize efficiency.
• Their duties require knowledge of electronics, mechanics and computers. Employers may prefer candidates that have obtained an associate degree; optional industry certifications are also available.

Job Descriptions

• Automation technicians troubleshoot, service and fix the issues  in  Beverages line.
• Good  Knowledge  of PLC  Programming.
• Knowledge  of  Low voltage electrical system
• Independently trouble shoot  the  routine issues in the  machines
• Knowledge 5’s & TPM
• Knowledge of Preventive & Predictive maintenance Programs
• Hands on experience in the field of F&B industries.
• Knowledge Pneumatics & Hydraulics.

Duties of Automation Technician

• Automation technicians perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs. For example, technicians at a food packaging facility use weights or specialized instruments to ensure the machines are dispensing the correct amount of food into containers.
• If a problem occurs, the technician needs to troubleshoot the issue and determine if the problem is mechanical, electrical or from the computer systems controlling the process.
• Once the issue has been diagnosed, the technician must repair or replace any necessary components, such as a sensor or electrical wiring.

Qualification and Experience

• Educational qualification optional certifications available from the Electronics Technical Diploma.
• Preferred Experience Minimum 3-5 Years  experience Beverages industry having Knowledge  of Blower /filler/mixer /palletizer etc.(Preferably Coca cola, Bigi, RC Cola & Pepsi Industries)

Additional Information
Requirements to Become an Automation Technician:

• Employers may prefer applicants who have completed an automation technology or mechatronics associate degree program. These degree programs integrate computer science with mechanics, electronics and process controls,
• They also commonly include coursework in hydraulics, pneumatics, programmable logic controllers, electrical circuits, electrical machinery and human-machine interfaces.
• Good math and analytic skills are essential to understand automated systems and isolate problems.
• Workers are expected to become proficient with various instruments and hand tools, such as electrical multimeters.