Job Title: Automation Specialist
Organisation: Hariss International
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Hariss International Limited is one of Uganda’s leading manufacturers of food and beverages. Since its inception in 2005 the production of both food and beverages have been operating under the brand name RIHAM.
Job Summary: The Automation Technician is responsible for the beverage manufacturing and packaging equipment and requires strong Automation, Electrical and Instrumentation skills to include: PLCs, VFDs, servo motors & controllers, Electrical circuit diagnostics, Instrumentation, Networking and Computer hardware.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participate in and direct troubleshooting activities in the event of equipment failure including participation in failure analysis, problem solving and prevention.
- Work with production team to make rapid, educated decisions regarding the issue at hand and troubleshoot systems, resolve issues by providing investigation, analysis, test, and follow-up where appropriate.
- Preventative maintenance and repair when required in addition to planned Automation maintenance duties.
- Participate in a continuous improvement culture while following safe workplace practices.
- Develop positive and respectful interactions with managers, supervisors, maintenance technicians, and machine operators.
- Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.
- Perform other duties as per business plan and required by supervisor/manager.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Diploma, in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
- A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role in a busy environment.
- Key Requirements:
- Must be able to comprehend electrical schematics and understand symbols on P&ID’s and tag references layout drawing.
- Must be able to use a multimeter and work in control panels with up to 480VAC.
- Should be able to replace and configure AB PowerFlex ,Danfoss a VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives).
- Should be able to diagnose the BUS fault (Profibus,Profinet,Ethercat)
- Ability to learn new technical things
- Must have knowledge of Simens, B&R, PLCs, servomotors.
How to Apply:
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Level of Education: Diploma, Associate’s Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12