Industrial Controls Technician

Position Overview

• Industrial Controls Technician
• Starting Pay: $37.50 per hour
• $1/hour additional shift differential pay (2nd shift & 3rd shift)
• 8-hour shifts schedule

What We Have to Offer

• $37.50/hour starting pay
• $39.25 per hour after completion of required training (Tech 2)
• $1/hour additional pay for 2nd shift & 3rd shift
• Up to 120 hours (15 days) vacation annually (depending on schedule)
• 11 paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, life insurance
• Career growth and cross-training opportunities

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

• 8-hour shifts
• 2nd Shift: 2 pm to 10:30 pm
• 3rd Shift: 10 pm to 6:30 am
• Currently hiring for 2nd and/or 3rd shift (shift is dependent upon business need) Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed
• Plant operates 24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

Key Accountabilities

As part of our manufacturing team, you will

• Supporting, creating, integration, troubleshooting and improving a variety of processing/packaging controls systems including Wonderware, ArchestrA Systems, PLC
• Reading and updating electrical and control schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams
• Providing technical support/skills for equipment troubleshooting and controls/equipment modifications
• Understanding, initiating, and participating in Root Cause Analysis (Why, Why)
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
• Assist in training new employees
• Assist other plant areas as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 + years (minimum) experience in Controls Programming and Industrial Controls Technology or equivalent education in a related field/industry
• Knowledge and practical application with the following technology areas: PLC's, HMI's, process instrumentation, machine control systems, VFD's, servo drives, robotics, power distribution (<600V), control system networking, and electrical safety
• Working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Ability to work rotating 8-hour shifts
• Must possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English)
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periods
• Willingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditions
• Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms
• Ability to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standards
• Ability to wear such as protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment -PPE) such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard/bump cap, hair/beard net, gloves, and face masks (when required)
• Ability to work around high-speed machinery and food allergens

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred

Eligibility

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.