PLC Controls Technician

PLC Controls Technician Osceola, Iowa Job Ref: 41519 LARGE MANUFACTURING COMPANY IN OSCEOLA IA IS LOOKING FOR STRONG PLC CONTROLS TECHNICIANS WHO CAN PROGRAM AND MAKE EDITS IN THE PLCS LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WITH PLCS, VFDS, 480V, HYDRAULICS AND PNEUMATICS 3223 SCHEDULE 530PM-6AM SUN-THURS 10PM-630AM PAYS: $29-$41.25 HOURLY Industrial Controls Technician Position Summary The Industrial Controls Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, programming, and improving electrical and automated control systems within a food manufacturing facility . This position supports plant maintenance, preventive maintenance, equipment reliability, and automation improvements. Key Responsibilities Troubleshoot, repair, and improve electrical and industrial control systems . Program and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs, Wonderware systems, VFDs, and industrial control networks . Support plant electrical, maintenance, and preventive/predictive maintenance activities. Design and specify electrical equipment for new installations and equipment upgrades. Maintain electrical documentation, including schematics, breaker panel records, PLC/MMI program backups, and PC applications . Develop and implement equipment modifications and automation improvements. Complete work orders and respond to equipment breakdowns. Provide technical direction and training to maintenance personnel. Communicate with other shifts to coordinate maintenance activities and equipment repairs. Participate in safety, technology, energy conservation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Follow all GMP, LOTO, HACCP, OSHA, quality, fall protection, and hot-work requirements . Minimum Qualifications Minimum 2 years of industrial electronics training plus 2 years of industrial controls experience OR 4 years of industrial controls experience . Strong experience programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLCs . Experience with Wonderware, VFDs, Windows-based systems, Fiber Optic/Ethernet networks, and industrial controls . Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills. Experience with preventive/predictive maintenance and industrial equipment repair. Ability to train and assist other maintenance personnel. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employer sponsorship. Must be at least 18 years old. Work Environment & Physical Requirements Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. , bend, twist, stand for extended periods, and climb stairs. Comfortable working in temperatures of approximately 35–45°F or below . Must be able to work 8–12 hour shifts, weekends, and mandatory overtime as production needs require. Comfortable working around raw, chilled, processed, and ready-to-eat meat products. Must follow all required food safety, sanitation, GMP, and PPE procedures . #IND2 #J-18808-Ljbffr