Automation Technician
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Salary: $30 - $39 per hour A bit about us: We are a premier food solutions provider working side-by-side with the world's leading foodservice and retail food brands. We specialize in concept-to-table solutions, partnering closely with customers to bring innovative, high-quality products to consumers everywhere. We foster an entrepreneurial culture where diverse ideas are celebrated, collaboration is at the core of everything we do, and every team member has the opportunity to grow to their full potential. Why join us? Competitive Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience (DOE) + eligibility for annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
401(k) with Matching Company Contributions
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & additional voluntary coverages for you and your family
Generous PTO: Sick, vacation, holidays, and other paid time-off programs
Educational Assistance with opportunities for professional development
Collaborative Work Environment: Join a team that values entrepreneurial thinking, cross-functional partnership, and delivering unparalleled solutions to customers
Stable, Global Company: Be part of a century-old organization with a world-class customer base and continued growth Job Details Key Responsibilities & Duties Participate in all phases of automation and controls projects — from planning through completion — including input on design specifications, schedule management, scope, cost, quality oversight, and site start-up support
Develop, recommend, and implement organization-wide technical standards and guidelines for hardware and panel design, PLC and HMI programming, SCADA systems, power distribution, and OT network architecture
Provide technical support to plant and engineering departments during automation and controls integration initiatives
Develop and deliver training programs to educate plant maintenance and technical teams on automation fundamentals and controls systems troubleshooting
Read and interpret schematics, electrical diagrams, and equipment manuals
Execute job order assignments accurately and maintain thorough job order records and required documentation
Perform and manage preventative maintenance (PM) schedules as assigned
Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to other maintenance employees
Ensure departmental compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and proper PPE usage at all times
Uphold and enforce all safety policies, standards, regulations, and procedures through active education and training
Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications
Needed: BA/BS in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical field preferred; equivalent hands-on experience considered
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in controls systems integration or automation engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Strong proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PLC5, SLC500) and Factory Talk Suite
Hands-on experience with PanelView / PanelView Plus HMIs
Solid understanding of industrial communication networks including EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, DH+, and standard Ethernet
Proven ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic control systems and clearly communicate technical solutions to cross-functional teams
Familiarity with automation and controls industry standards
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience working within a food manufacturing or similarly regulated environment (GMP knowledge a plus)
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for more than 4 hours; comfortable working in environments with noise, temperature variation, and moving equipment Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $30 - $39 per hour A bit about us: We are a premier food solutions provider working side-by-side with the world's leading foodservice and retail food brands. We specialize in concept-to-table solutions, partnering closely with customers to bring innovative, high-quality products to consumers everywhere. We foster an entrepreneurial culture where diverse ideas are celebrated, collaboration is at the core of everything we do, and every team member has the opportunity to grow to their full potential. Why join us? Competitive Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience (DOE) + eligibility for annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
401(k) with Matching Company Contributions
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & additional voluntary coverages for you and your family
Generous PTO: Sick, vacation, holidays, and other paid time-off programs
Educational Assistance with opportunities for professional development
Collaborative Work Environment: Join a team that values entrepreneurial thinking, cross-functional partnership, and delivering unparalleled solutions to customers
Stable, Global Company: Be part of a century-old organization with a world-class customer base and continued growth Job Details Key Responsibilities & Duties Participate in all phases of automation and controls projects — from planning through completion — including input on design specifications, schedule management, scope, cost, quality oversight, and site start-up support
Develop, recommend, and implement organization-wide technical standards and guidelines for hardware and panel design, PLC and HMI programming, SCADA systems, power distribution, and OT network architecture
Provide technical support to plant and engineering departments during automation and controls integration initiatives
Develop and deliver training programs to educate plant maintenance and technical teams on automation fundamentals and controls systems troubleshooting
Read and interpret schematics, electrical diagrams, and equipment manuals
Execute job order assignments accurately and maintain thorough job order records and required documentation
Perform and manage preventative maintenance (PM) schedules as assigned
Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to other maintenance employees
Ensure departmental compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and proper PPE usage at all times
Uphold and enforce all safety policies, standards, regulations, and procedures through active education and training
Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications
Needed: BA/BS in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical field preferred; equivalent hands-on experience considered
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in controls systems integration or automation engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Strong proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PLC5, SLC500) and Factory Talk Suite
Hands-on experience with PanelView / PanelView Plus HMIs
Solid understanding of industrial communication networks including EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, DH+, and standard Ethernet
Proven ability to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic control systems and clearly communicate technical solutions to cross-functional teams
Familiarity with automation and controls industry standards
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Experience working within a food manufacturing or similarly regulated environment (GMP knowledge a plus)
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for more than 4 hours; comfortable working in environments with noise, temperature variation, and moving equipment Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
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