PLC Technician

About the role

Saputo, a top 10 global dairy processor, is hiring a PLC Technician in Waupun to keep its advanced automation systems running smoothly. The role works the night shift (10:00pm-8:00am, 3 days on, 2 days off, every other weekend) and involves installing, maintaining and troubleshooting automation equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Install, test, maintain, inspect, modify and repair automation equipment, components and control systems
• Perform instrument control programming and configuration of pressure/temperature transmitters, RTDs, PLCs, HMIs and other control logic devices
• Troubleshoot electronic and mechanical malfunctions, diagnose alarms and jams, and communicate with suppliers and contractors
• Complete system updates and debug PLC, HMI and control software; recommend software and hardware upgrades
• Perform routine preventative and corrective maintenance, testing and calibration of plant instruments, and keep maintenance logs
• Train production supervisors, manufacturing engineers and maintenance mechanics on equipment operation and repair
• Follow health and safety rules, including lockout procedures

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED, plus an AS degree in industrial controls technologies or a related field, or 3-5 years of experience in instrumentation/automation (education and experience can combine)
• Advanced understanding of automated control systems, electronics, robotics, fiber optic sensors, pneumatic-hydraulic controls, HMI touch panels and PLC programming
• Ability to work a flexible schedule

Required skills

• PLC, HMI or DCS certification preferred
• Calibration and HART communication experience a plus
• CMMS software experience preferred

What we offer

• Pay starting at $41.14 per hour, rising to $42.14 after six months of satisfactory performance
• Development opportunities and meaningful compensation and benefits