Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex Manufacturing Inc. is actively searching for a Programmable Logic Computer (PLC) Technician - Day Shift for the Pendleton, SC location.  Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™

Main Objective:

Support the Maintenance Manager and provide technical expertise and project management contribution for manufacturing equipment and Manufacturing Execution System (MES).  To define, implement, and improve total processes that are cost effective, achieve quality standards, and adhere to safety and ergonomic guidelines, emphasizing the electrical process controls.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Technical leadership and expertise in PLC and electrical process controls
• Will serve as the PLC / Electrical support for critical AMI factory projects including large-scale MES implementation
• Provide Maintenance guidance for project specifications, and machinery/equipment specifications
• Effectively communicate project statuses and assist in maintaining project plans
• Accountable to Maintenance Manager for successful project deliveries within timeline, budget and scope

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Electronics Technology or related field preferred
• 5 years of PLC programming experience preferred
• 2 years of equipment maintenance experience preferred
• Prior PLC implementation experience preferred
• Work experience in Manufacturing, Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, Shop Floor management or related field preferred
• Strong Project Management Experience preferred

Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:

• Excellent communication skills and customer service orientation
• Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus
• Experience with Allen Bradley, Industrial Ethernet, Profinet, Scada, and Siemens a plus

Machine, Tools, and/or Equipment Skills:

• Work with standard current computer applications
• word processing,
• spreadsheets,
• QAD,
• SAP.
• Prefer experience maintaining CNC machines, mold machines, or other production related equipment pertaining to medical device manufacturing and an electrical background.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  To bend frequently and lift 50-70 lbs. on a regular basis.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Arthrex Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.