Control Systems Technician

Join Tree Top as a Control Systems Technician! In this role, you'll help design, implement, and support automation and process control systems across Tree Top's production facilities. You'll work closely with plant operations, engineering, and project teams to develop and maintain PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems that keep our manufacturing processes running efficiently and reliably. From programming and troubleshooting control systems to supporting capital projects and training employees on newly installed technologies, you'll play a key role in advancing Tree Top's manufacturing capabilities.

Our Mission: Learn relentlessly. Compete relentlessly. Deliver every time.
Our Vision: To inspire all of us to be the very best version of ourselves through an uncompromising commitment to our Team and our Values.
Our Core Value: Everyone Deserves Good Food.
Our Purpose: We provide trusted food products that people feel good about feeding their families.

Role Overview

The Control Systems Technician assists with the design, implementation, maintenance, and improvement of automation and process control systems throughout Tree Top's production facilities. This position supports the development and troubleshooting of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, participates in capital projects, and helps ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. The role also provides training and technical support to operations, maintenance, and supervisory personnel on newly installed systems and technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the design, programming, installation, testing, and maintenance of PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems
• Support automation and process improvement projects across manufacturing facilities
• Troubleshoot industrial control systems, instrumentation, and process equipment to identify and resolve operational issues
• Participate in the development and execution of complex control system and automation projects
• Assist with project planning, coordination, documentation, and implementation activities
• Interpret and work from specifications, drawings, plans, and technical reports related to plant improvements and expansions
• Ensure control systems and electrical projects comply with applicable codes, regulations, and company standards
• Provide training to operators, mechanics, and supervisors on new processing systems and control technologies
• Collaborate with plant personnel, engineering teams, contractors, consultants, and other stakeholders to achieve project objectives

Qualifications/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field preferred, with 2-4 years of relevant experience; or a minimum of 7 years of experience in system integration, project management, PLC/HMI programming, process engineering, control systems engineering, or a related field
• Intermediate knowledge of PLC and HMI hardware and software platforms from multiple manufacturers
• Working knowledge of process control systems, instrumentation, and industrial automation concepts
• Understanding of NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code), NFPA 70E, and applicable electrical safety requirements
• Basic knowledge of food processing systems, thermal processing, CIP systems, and packaging operations
• Familiarity with low-voltage wiring, power distribution, electrical/control panel wiring, and instrumentation
• Understanding of process and equipment design, construction management, and engineering principles as applied to food manufacturing facilities
• Ability to analyze problems, develop solutions, troubleshoot complex systems, and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills with the ability to influence and gain cooperation across departments
• Proficiency with computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, AutoCAD, PLC, HMI, and SCADA software
• ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP) and/or Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) certification highly desirable
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and industry standards governing manufacturing operations and control systems development

Pay Information

Salary Range: $85,690-128,535 annually

Target Starting Range: $95,000 to $110,000 annually

Full benefit details for this position can be found on our website

The above job profile does not include all essential and nonessential duties of this job. A full job description is available at the time of interview.

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this job with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the department/division to accommodate the limitation. Tree Top does not employ individuals under the age of 18.

Tree Top is an EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. If you require an accommodation to participate in our application process, please contact Human Resources at: View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.