Entry Level Plc Programmer Jobs in Covington, GA

Build a Career, Not Just a Job

Join ALPLA, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions serving some of the world's most recognized brands, including P&G, Unilever, L'Oréal, PepsiCo, and many more.

As a family-owned company with locations around the world, ALPLA offers stable careers, hands-on training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for growth. Whether you're an experienced manufacturing professional or looking to start a new career, we provide the support and development you need to succeed.

At ALPLA, we invest in our people, promote from within, and foster a culture focused on safety, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. From apprenticeship programs and technical training to leadership development opportunities, ALPLA is committed to helping employees build long-term careers.

What You Can Expect from ALPLA

•Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Childcare and dependent care savings programs
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and educational assistance programs
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Hands-on training and professional development
• A stable, growing company committed to sustainability

 Ready to Build Your Future?

Join a team where your contributions matter, your development is supported, and your career can grow with a global industry leader.

Apply today and discover what a career at ALPLA can offer.

What Will You Enjoy Doing

 6:00pm-6:30am

Main Responsibilities: 

• Assist with installation of new machinery and equipment, ensure proper setup and
  calibration
•  Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on various industrial
  machinery and equipment, including motors, pumps, conveyors, CNC machines,
  hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and more
•  Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical failures, electrical issues, and other problems
  affecting machine performance and downtime
•  Maintenance of infrastructure equipment and building
• Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance to identify potential issues and
  ensure equipment operates efficiently, reducing unplanned downtime
• Follow BLUE Tag identification repairs in PM activities
•  Regularly clean machinery and industrial equipment to prevent the build-up of dirt, dust,
  and debris, ensuring optimal functioning.
•  Perform routine cleaning of machine parts, filters, cooling systems, and lubrication
  points to prevent malfunctions and extend the lifespan of equipment
•  Use proper cleaning tools, equipment, and cleaning agents, ensuring compliance with
  company standards and manufacturer guidelines.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance, repairs, and parts inventory. Report any issues
  and track service history.
• Identify risk due to repeat failures and communicate to leadership risks
• Keep proper inventory of parts with maintenance records by signing out parts used
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Production, quality and warehouse to
  improve plant performance and machine run time.
• Support entry level Maintenance technicians.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis activities for plant improvement.
• Ensure that all equipment stays compliant with safety regulations, including machine
  safety, electrical safety, and automation safety standards (e.g., ISO 10218 for industrial
  robots).
• Assist in conducting safety audits and risk assessments for automation systems, ensuring
  safe and efficient operation

Performance Metrics:

• MTTR and MTBF
•  Added training material based on RCA’s and improvement projects
• Proper WO creating and documentation
•  Spare parts inventory usage documentation
•  First time right Repair
•  Shift hand off communication protocol

Review of matrices above will be performed Quarterly by MP2, Plant Diagnostics in PowerBI,
MED site Data

Competencies:

• Ensures Accountability
• Decision Quality
• Communicates Effectively
•  Instills Trust
•  Collaborates
• Values Differences
•  Drives Results

What Makes You Great 

•  2 Year Technical degree or equivalent, ALPLA apprenticeship program completion
• required Experience:
• 3 years’ experience as Industrial Maintenance Technician or ALPLA apprenticeship program required

Skills:

•  Excellent diagnostic skills for identifying and fixing mechanical issues.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and
  electrical systems. Proficient in reading blueprints, schematics, and
  technical manuals
•  Certification in PLC programming, robotics, or automation systems.
•  Industry certifications such as Certified Maintenance Technician (PMMI), Certified
  Automation Professional (CAP), or similar
• Strong PLC and automation troubleshooting skills (automation inputs and
  outputs)
•  Excellent knowledge of Powered automation and drives/controllers Certifications/Licenses: 10hour Osha Other Requirements: 80% travel. 

 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform 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:

•  Frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands
  and arms; and talk and hear
•  Occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch,
  or crawl
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
•  The noise level in the work environment is usually low

It is required to act in a safe and environmentally responsible manner at all times by adhering to all ALPLA policies and procedures and Safety Standards (OSHA). #maintenance #MCD

ALPLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: ALPLA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ALPLA are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. ALPLA will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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