PLC Technician

Job Description

Job Title: PLC Technician

Job Description

The PLC Technician plays a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the performance of beverage manufacturing and packaging equipment. This position demands strong mechanical skills including hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, conveyor systems, and proficiency in PLC usage.

Responsibilities

Participate in and direct troubleshooting activities in the event of equipment failure, including analysis and problem-solving.

Collaborate with the production team to make informed decisions regarding issues and provide solutions through investigation, analysis, testing, and follow-up.

Conduct maintenance, testing, and upgrades of all production equipment.

Install and test new food manufacturing, packaging, and processing equipment.

Interface with machine tools and special equipment, troubleshoot existing equipment for electrical or electronics failures, and modify machines to enhance performance.

Perform preventative maintenance and repair duties alongside planned mechanical maintenance.

Contribute to a continuous improvement culture while adhering to safe workplace practices.

Develop positive and respectful interactions with managers, supervisors, maintenance technicians, and machine operators.

Execute additional duties as required by supervisors.Essential Skills

Proficiency in Allen-Bradley PLCs.

Strong understanding of communication protocols such as Ethernet, RS-232, RS-485, Device Net, and Profibus.

Expertise in motor control systems.

Knowledge of HMI software, including Factory Talk SE and ME.

Understanding of control loops (PID) and I/P converters.

Ability to write messages from PLC to PLC and comprehend function blocks.

Three plus years of experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance.

Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair skills.

Experience with RS Logix 5000, RS Logix 500, or RS Logix 5 software.

Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.Additional Skills & Qualifications

Familiarity with European equipment, specifically French and Italian equipment and coding.

Experience with DNR software.

Proficiency in ladder logic and basic understanding of structured text and function block.

Ability to replace and configure AB Powerflex and Yaskawa VFDs.

Experience with Panelbuilder 32 and RS View Studio Machine Edition.Why Work Here?

This position offers relocation assistance and a sign-on bonus to support your transition. You will benefit from a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid holidays and vacation, well-being benefits, and discount programs.

Work Environment

The role operates on a night shift schedule from 7:00pm to 7:30am with a weekly 2-2-3 rotation, allowing for every other weekend off. On Mondays, a half-day schedule is observed. The environment requires working with advanced technologies and equipment, ensuring a dynamic and challenging workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Waco, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $93912.00 - $116272.00/yr.

Company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Well-being benefits

Discount programs

Relocation assistance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waco,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 23, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Full-time