- SCADA monitoring and basic configuration; HMI development (screen modifications, alarms, data visualization)
- Industrial communication protocols:
- EtherCAT, PROFINET, Profibus, Ethernet/IP, Modbus RTU/TCP
- Motion control systems and servo tuning; VFD programming and optimization
2. PLC Programming & Controls
- Advanced programming, troubleshooting, and modification of PLC programs.
- Hands‑on experience with:
- Omron, Mitsubishi, Siemens PLCs
- Servo actuators, drives, motors, and electrical systems
3. Industry 4.0 & IIoT (Industrial IoT)
- Understanding of Industry 4.0 digital manufacturing concepts
- Sensor‑based data acquisition; Edge computing basics
- Connectivity of machines to cloud/servers; Data analytics awareness for predictive maintenance.
interlocks); Understanding of robot communication with PLC/MES; Support for cooperative robots (Cobots) — UR, Fanuc CR series (if applicable)
5. Vision & Inspection Systems
- Parameter tuning for vision applications; Lighting & lens selection basics
- Integration of vision systems with PLC/robots; Reject logic & quality feedback loop setup
6. Breakdown Management
- Attend and troubleshoot machine breakdowns in shifts to ensure minimum downtime.
- Provide immediate containment actions and document breakdowns in MIS.
- Perform root cause analysis and prepare permanent corrective action reports.
7. Manufacturing Execution & Digital Systems
- Basic SQL database understanding (queries/read-only useful); Dashboard or KPI visualization tool familiarity (Power BI/other)
- Barcode/RFID hardware integration; Traceability systems and serialization knowledge