Controls Technical Specialist II (Industrial Automation)

About the role

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Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

Our dry pet food factory, located just 10 miles from downtown, has been a production facility for over 50 years. As producers of iconic brands such as Dog Chow®, Puppy Chow®, and Beneful®, we contribute to the well-being of pets in the community and nationwide. Our factory is also doing our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal.

OKC offers the best of both worlds—the amenities of a big city with a small-town feel, where you can enjoy a variety of affordable activities, thanks to the temperate weather and low cost of living. Join us in Oklahoma City, where together, we create a brighter future for pets.

As a Controls Technical Specialist II, you’ll be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and enhancing the accuracy, reliability, and system controls data credibility of PLC and PC-based automation systems. Oversee PLC upgrades and wiring modifications on production equipment and as you work directly with our maintenance team to troubleshoot and support production line modifications.

• Execute plant projects and capital projects by providing programming and electrical support through conception to completion.
• Implement control systems software upgrades.
• Configure, program, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controls (PLC).
• Perform troubleshooting of automation systems and provides instrumentation, PLC, and HMI/SCADA software and hardware support and training to the plant maintenance personnel.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance for controls and organize electrical/control parts inventory.

Requirements

• Associate or technical degree in a related technical discipline
• 5+ years of applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or PLC-based HMI-systems

Other

Day shift with on-call and occasional weekend or holiday work required.

Pay and benefits

The approximate yearly pay range for this position is $94,292.90 - $115,982.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

Benefits

Nestle in the US Benefits | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com):

• Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”?
• These are preferred, but not required.
• When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard.
• We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
• We consider our associates our most valuable assets.
• Please apply for full consideration.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

• To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé.
• The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role.
• In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.
• Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.