Manufacturing Technician - Industrial Controls

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It's who we are as a company. It's our culture. It's our heritage. And more than ever, it's our future. A future where we're always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life's moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

SALARY:

Starting rate: $39.38 per hour

Rate after 60 days: $40.08 per hour

• 2-Year contractual technical assessment allows potential $3.00 / hr increase upon successful testing

• Contractual Full Utilization, allows maintenance technicians to signup, and work, all weekend and holiday overtime they want except for Christmas Day and New Years Day.

• Average annual earnings of up to $100,000-$130,000

SHIFT: Assigned based on seniority and preference

• 1st: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

• 2nd: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

• 3rd: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

• Holidays and weekends are also required

COMPANY:

We are home to the nation's most iconic beer and beyond beer brands, including Michelob ULTRA – America's #1 top-selling beer – as well as Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Cutwater Spirits, and industry-leading craft brands. From our longstanding efforts to support American farmers, military, veterans, and first responders, to emergency drinking water donations and responsible drinking programs, we are guided by our commitment to the communities we call home and the 65,000 hardworking Americans who bring our beer to life. We are powered by a team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

ROLE SUMMARY:

Our Supply team is responsible for brewing, packaging, and shipping our iconic brands at world-class speed and quality. Brewery life moves fast — high-speed lines, tight schedules, and uncompromising safety and quality standards.

In this role, you'll support and maintain the automated systems that keep our operations running at peak performance. You'll work hands-on with PLCs, instrumentation, power distribution, and high-speed production equipment in a highly technical environment. If you're driven by problem-solving, continuous improvement, and working in a dynamic brewery setting, this is the place to be.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC- and VFD-controlled high-speed production equipment and process systems.

• Maintain and troubleshoot plant power distribution systems up to 480V, 3-phase.

• Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.

• Calibrate, install, and maintain process and analytical instrumentation.

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.

• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble equipment using precision measurement tools.

• Analyze process and equipment data to identify issues, determine root causes, and recommend improvement activities.

• Utilize SAP (CMMS) to document maintenance work, issue and track parts, and enter inspection and measurement points.

• Partner with production teams to prioritize work and support achievement of plant safety, quality, and operational goals.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and lead individual projects tied to plant KPIs.

• Assist with mechanical tasks as needed (bearing/chain replacement, gearbox repair, valve/pump maintenance, lubrication routes).

• Adhere to all plant safety and sanitation procedures, including LOTO and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Prioritize and self-schedule maintenance work around production activities to achieve both production and maintenance KPI's.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• 3 years of industrial electrical/controls experience or a two-year technical degree preferred.

• PLC or Ladder Logic preferred ; Multiple platforms such as Allen Bradley PLC5, Control Logix, and Siemens programming and troubleshooting experience preferred.

• Knowledge of variable frequency drives, servo motors, and motor control systems up to 480 volts required.

• Experience with instrumentation calibration and maintenance.

• Mechanical troubleshooting experience in high-speed or highly automated environments preferred.

• Strong computer proficiency required (Microsoft Excel; SAP/CMMS preferred).

• Ability to troubleshoot issues, identify root causes (Six Sigma tools), and implement corrective actions.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures required (LOTO, confined space, etc.).

• Must be able to stand, bend, twist, and lift up to 50 lbs; ability to work in varying temperatures and climates.

• Must be able to work off-shifts (afternoons/midnights), weekends, and overtime as needed.

• This role requires successful completion of a Ramsay assessment (electrical/controls or mechanical) during the interview process.

Note: This role requires specialized skills beyond those of a general electrician. We are specifically seeking a Controls and Instrumentation Technician . The ideal candidate will have experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), instrumentation calibration, VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) setup and programming, and computer-based process control systems .

WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH:

At Anheuser-Busch, our purpose is to create a future with more cheers. For more than 165 years as a leading American manufacturer, Anheuser-Busch has delivered a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. As the nation's top brewer, one of the fastest growing spirits companies, and an insurgent force in energy drinks, we drive economic prosperity nationwide through investments in our people, facilities, and communities. We are the only alcohol company that invests in the U.S. at this scale.

BENEFITS:

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance as part of the total compensation package

• Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings & Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection

• Pension plan contributions, for up to 40 hours per week

• 15 paid holidays per year

• Free Beer!

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