Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc (FMN) Incorporated on the 29th of September 1960, as a limited liability company and pioneer wheat miller in Nigeria, started out on a journey that has seen the company evolve into what is now one of the biggest brands in the foods and agro-allied industry in Africa. Over the years, the FMN brand grew tremendously from operating as a single business, flour miller, to a vast business group with strategic investments that cover key sectors of the Nigerian economy.
We are seeking the services of a qualified Automation Technician in our Apapa Branch.
Job Summary:
To design, install, maintain, and improve industrial automation systems and equipment to optimize the manufacturing processes in Flour operations to increase productivity, efficiency, and quality. Troubleshoot faults and provide technical support to the plant technicians and engineers.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the design and Implementation of industrial automation systems to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automation systems, including hardware and software components.
- Conducting planned maintenance and upgrades of automation systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Programming and configuring PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces) for automated processes.
- Collate and record plant or machine parameters.
- Monitoring and analyzing data from automation systems to identify areas for improvement and optimize performance.
- Provision of Training and technical support to operators and maintenance personnel on automation systems.
- Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement in automation processes and leads initiatives to implement changes.
Requirements:
- Minimum of OND in Electrical/Electronics or related field.
- Experience in System Engineering will be an added advantage.
- Good knowledge of programming and implementation of PLC, SCADA and HMI.
- Knowledge and skills in designing and commissioning communication networks such as ProfiBus, Modbus, ASibus, CANbus, Ethernet, etc.
- Minimum of 2 years engineering experience in FMGC
Competencies
- Have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Be able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- Technical & operational knowledge of milling & packaging machine.
- Sound knowledge of electrical control systems and instrumentation
Location: Apapa
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates Should:
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