Controls Technician (Electrical & Instrumentation)

Join A Fortune 500 Food Manufacturer

Join a Fortune 500 food manufacturer with some of the most well-known brands in the U.S. This is a state-of-the-art facility offering excellent pay, benefits, and a great culture.

Schedule: Dayshift (5:45 AM – 6:15 PM) or Nightshift (5:45 PM – 6:15 AM)

Pay: $44.47/hr (Level 6) plus $3/hr adder for nights

What You'll Do:

• Ensure the manufacture of consumer foods meets all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Support and promote site safety policies; identify unsafe conditions and coach peers to maintain a safe work environment.
• Operate, maintain, clean, and perform changeovers on production equipment in compliance with GMP and sanitation standards.
• Perform preventive maintenance, work orders, lubrication, troubleshooting, and repairs to maximize equipment performance; recommend and implement improvements as needed.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation systems.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and operation of:
• Power Distribution
• Allen-Bradley Studio5000 / Logix5000 hardware & software
• Drives & Motion Control
• FactoryTalk ME & SE
• Ethernet/IP Control Networks
• Food Manufacturing & Utility Instrumentation
• Utilize prints, schematics, manuals, and testing equipment to perform maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
• Adhere to company drawing, documentation, and recordkeeping standards.
• Coach and mentor team members on automation systems, machine functionality, and defect resolution.
• Actively participate in training and qualification programs, ensuring consistent standards and building technician skills.
• Apply continuous improvement tools to reduce downtime and eliminate losses; document and implement corrective actions.
• Serve as a system owner for technical, safety, or quality systems; create and update documentation (SOPs, Job Aids, PMs, etc.).
• Stay current by attending technical training, vendor sessions, and scheduled maintenance activities; maintain expertise in E&I technologies.
• Maintain low-voltage qualification (within 12 months of hire).
• Use computer systems to record repair/maintenance activities, track parts usage, and communicate effectively (shift pass-downs, email, online training, etc.).
• Lead projects to improve safety, quality, or production in assigned areas.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and support peers as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or training preferred.
• 5+ years of experience working with:
• PLCs (Allen-Bradley Studio5000/Logix5000)
• Drives & Motion Control
• FactoryTalk ME & SE
• Ethernet/IP networks
• Sensors, instrumentation, and power distribution systems
• Mechanical/maintenance background a plus; food manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills.
• Flexible to work 13-hour and overtime as needed.