Hearthside Food Solutions

Controls Technician I - 1st Shift

Hearthside Food Solutions • $96K — $119K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in electrical systems including VFDs and Servos.
  • Proficient in troubleshooting and modifying Electrical/PLC-GUI Programming/Controls.
  • Skilled in using laptops for PLC problem diagnostics.
  • Experience in guiding technicians to resolve machine issues.
  • Knowledge of troubleshooting scale, x-ray, and check-weighing systems.
  • Ability to resolve faults in VFDs, Servos, and safety modules.
  • Familiarity with PID loops; AutoCAD experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Manage electrical system projects from inception to completion.
  • Troubleshoot electrical and programming issues effectively.
  • Train technicians on electrical systems and programming.
  • Maintain and organize inventory of print libraries and backups.
  • Develop electrical schematics for troubleshooting purposes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and dental insurance after 90 days.
  • 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Wellness benefits to support employee health.
  • Discretionary annual incentive based on performance.
Full Job Description
About the Maintenance Controls Technician Role:

The Maintenance Controls Technician is responsible for development, testing and implementation of all programming and electrical controls for Hearthside facilities. This would include all programmable controller platforms, graphical user interface platforms, gateways, AC/DC electrical schematic development and debugging as well as training personnel on these systems both operationally and technically. This position is key to Hearthside as most of the systems in place currently need to be upgraded and there are many missing electrical schematics this position could help to develop for troubleshooting purposes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Electrical System project management.
  • Electrical/Programming troubleshooting.
  • Electrical/Programming training of technicians.
  • Managing inventory of print library/archive and backups for all machines.


Qualifications:

  • Electrical System knowledge and experience to include VFD(s), Servos, high and low voltage troubleshooting.
  • Ability and experience troubleshooting and modifying Electrical/PLC-GUI Programming/Controls.
  • Ability to use laptop to troubleshoot a PLC problem.
  • Ability to use a laptop to point a Maintenance Technician to a machine problem.
  • Ability to troubleshoot scale, x-ray, and check weighed problems.
  • Ability to resolve VFD, Servo, safety module or miscellaneous drive faults.
  • Ability to make PLC program modifications and tuning adjustments (timers, fault capture).
  • Possess a basic understanding of PID loops.
  • AutoCAD electrical schematic one-line drawing development, preferred but not required.
  • AutoCAD mechanical drawing development, preferred but not required.
  • NFPA 70E Arc Flash safety certification is a plus.
  • Ability to read and write in English.
  • Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to successfully multi-task.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. It is the candidate's responsibility to ensure they are legally authorized to work in the location to which they apply.

Starting Pay: Control Technician $46.30/hr. - $57.50/hr, Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the 90th day of employment.

This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed. Base pay information is based on market location

About Hearthside Food Solutions

Hearthside Food Solutions is a leading contract manufacturer of baked goods, bars, snacks, and other food products. The company provides a range of services, including product development, packaging, and distribution, and serves customers in the retail, foodservice, and industrial markets. Hearthside Food Solutions operates more than 40 facilities across North America and Europe and has a reputation for delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois.
Learn more about Hearthside Food Solutions
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2009

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