Controls Technical Specialist ; Industrial Automation

Controls Technical Specialist I (Industrial Automation)

Position Summary

As a Controls Technical Specialist, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining and enhancing the accuracy, reliability and data credibility of PLC and PC-based automation systems. In this role you will oversee PLC upgrades and wiring modifications on production equipment, and work directly with our maintenance team to troubleshoot and support production line modifications.

This is an overnight salaried position, working 12‑hour shifts on a mixture of weekdays and weekends.

• Configure, program and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controls (PLC)
• Perform preventive maintenance for controls and organize electrical/control parts inventory
• Provide programming and electrical support on plant capital projects
• Implement control systems software upgrade
• Provide instrumentation, PLC and HMI/SCADA software and hardware support to plant maintenance staff
• Assist with training of maintenance personnel

• Associate’s Degree in a technical discipline AND 1+ years of applicable experience in PLC software and electrical/hardware troubleshooting and/or PC‑based HMI systems
• OR High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND 3+ years of applicable experience in PLC software and electrical/hardware troubleshooting and/or PC‑based HMI systems

Approximate pay range: $62,000 – $83,000.

Benefits: performance‑based incentives, 401(k) with company match, healthcare coverage, and other benefits.

Requisition

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.