Robotic/PLC Tech Apprenticeship

Summary

A Controls Apprentice is responsible for developing the knowledge and hands-on skills necessary to support the installation, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of automated industrial machinery.

Under the direction of experienced Controls Technicians, Engineers, and other qualified personnel, the Controls Apprentice will assist with automation projects, equipment start-ups, troubleshooting, and maintenance activities while progressing through the required apprenticeship training.

The successful Controls Apprentice demonstrates a willingness to learn, strong problem-solving abilities, mechanical and electrical aptitude, and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Core Competencies



* Communication and People Skills


* Willingness to Learn


* Problem Solving


* Technical Aptitude


* Analytical Thinking


* Mechanical and Electrical Aptitude


* Manual Dexterity


* Accountability and Dependability


* Attention to Detail


* Ability to Work as Part of a Team

Flex-N-Gate Training Requirements

The Controls Apprentice will complete applicable company, safety, quality, environmental, and technical training, including:


* CHRF.00003 New Employee Orientation


* Lock Out/Tag Out Training


* Pre-Start Health and Safety Training


* Machine Guarding Training


* Environmental Review of Projects


* Contractor Environmental Control


* Control of Hazardous Materials


* Confined Space Entry


* Hazard Identification Training


* Hot Work Permit


* Spill Response


* CMS – ICBOM, ICICIC, PCPMTH


* Master Procedure Flow


* APQP & Design


* Equipment Procurement


* Non-Conforming Material


* Corrective Action


* FMEA


* ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and applicable Customer Specific Requirements


* Quality Management Systems – CQAM.00001 Quality Management Systems Manual


* Additional controls, automation, electrical, and technical training as required by the apprenticeship program

Job Duties



* Assist Controls Technicians and Engineers with the installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated industrial equipment.


* Learn to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, hardware, software, instrumentation, PLC, and automation-related issues under appropriate supervision.


* Assist with the installation of retrofits and modifications to existing automated systems.


* Support equipment start-up activities and learn proper start-up and commissioning procedures.


* Assist with testing new processes and automated equipment.


* Develop an understanding of PLCs, HMIs, sensors, instrumentation, drives, and other devices used to operate automated equipment.


* Assist with maintaining and updating automation processes and related documentation.


* Follow established testing procedures and assist with documenting results.


* Learn to identify potential equipm...