Factory Information System Technician

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.”  As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way.  We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.  

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities:
* we come together*,
* we always look for a better way*, and
* we create possibilities*.Maintain, repair, troubleshoot, program and operate all test equipment. Maintain and repair manual, electrical and pneumatic tools. Support plant production Perform all activities required for Factory Information Systems in support of Proficy implementation in manufacturing operations. Including support existing PC’s, PLC’s, Data Concentrators, Scanners, Printers, and/or any hardware/software required to support operational requirements.## ## Position Factory Information System Technician## ## Location

USA, LaFayette, GA## How You'll Create Possibilities
** ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
** Support engineering efforts on major process and equipment installations – PLC programming, Electrical & Mechanical Advise on process improvement, preventative maintenance, equipment reliability, and other related TPM efforts

Act as subject matter expert to approve OJT’s (On Job Training)  and Temporary NSW’s (Non-Standard Work)
Assist Operators, Equipment Techs, Team Leaders and Engineers  in determining root causes of equipment  or system  issues

FIS support using Proficy Proactively identify equipment/process improvement opportunities and justify business need for priority

Perform scheduled PM routines, Repairs and Overhauls of Existing Equipment/processes

Support production by responding to urgent requests, timely completion of Safety Worker Orders, and PM’s.Monitor system performance and develop action plans to improve identified issues such as reliability, quality and safety

Comply with the Roper Corporation Quality Operating System Understand and follow spare parts and store room procedures

Continually observe equipment and processes for abnormal conditions and work to make repairs as needed

Record reading and measurements as appropriate

Work with and assist contractors on projects

Perform specified preventative maintenance tasks as scheduled

Maintain in-shop maintenance equipment

Follow Safety Rules and Regulations, Act on non-compliance, Verify Quality of Workmanship, and Report any concerns of hazard or negligence

Participate in AWO’s and Lean Manufacturing Planning to provide inputs for new and repurposed equipment

Maintain and repair manual, electrical, and pneumatic tools including airguns, tape machines, pipe-up guns, leak testers, gas testers, flow testers, radios, and paging equipment to ensure effective operation of assembly line tools
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* Job Requirements:

*** ## Preferred minimum 2 years’ experience in heavy industrial manufacturing maintenance* ## Preferred background and training in Industrial Electrical and/or Electronics field* ## Must be able to work safely under pressures of urgent need* ## Strong computer skills## ## What You'll Bring to Our Team
** JOB SPECIFICATIONS
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* EDUCATION:

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* Required:

High school diploma or G.E.D.  Industrial maintenance /electronic technology certificate or completion of the Maintenance Production Support Skills Upgrade Program
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* EXPERIENCE:

** 2 years’ experience working in an industrial maintenance environment or 4 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
** SKILLS/ABILITIES:
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* Required:

Electrical,, mechanical, trouble-shooting and repair skills  Read equipment manuals as well as electrical and  mechanical system schematics  Able to complete assignments with minimal supervision  Computer skills  Able to see and manipulate machine parts smaller than 1/4”  Able to lift 50 pounds to a height of 5 feet  Able to climb a ladder  Able to obtain forklift driving certification
** EQUIPMENT/JOB TOOLS:
** Basic shop equipment including but not limited to hand tools,…