Programmer for mill process control systems including PLCs, DCS, and Drives.

Job Accountabilities:

• Assist with development of programming controls and safeguards.
• Participate on teams to help develop processes and process control systems.
• Short and long term problem resolution on papermaking and control systems.
• Assist with DCS use, development and system health. Participate in system software upgrades.
• Assist with process control systems integration and documentation.
• Provide capital project support as it effects process and control systems.
• Analyze/Develop/Implement modifications, maintenance and upgrades to the mill’s control and drive systems.
• Minimize control and drive system downtime.

Position Requirements:

• Quick learner and eager to learn.
• Able to work in a team environment with process engineers, electrical & instrument technicians, and operations personnel to troubleshoot and correct process issues.
• Take direction from supervisor and team members to develop or modify control programs to improve operations.
• Ensure new programs or program modifications result in the desired outcome through focused attention to detail in programming and robust validation and testing processes.
• Develop skills and knowledge base of Mill equipment through internal and external training to effectively troubleshoot issues.
• Support weekend execution of program modifications, system upgrades, and equipment start up and check out.
• Response to off hour call-ins, often without assistance.

Experience, Education and/or Certification Licensure Required:

• Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, or other related discipline, or
• 1-2 years’ experience with DCS/PLC/Drive Systems.
• Demonstrated programming experience required.

To apply, send resume and letter of interest to:

Onyx Specialty Papers, Inc.
PO Box 188
South Lee, MA 01260
Attention: Human Resources
Or email to HumanResources@onyxpapers.com