PLC Automation Technician

Primo Brands

$81K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Five or more years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting.
  • Intermediate proficiency in PLC programming and automation.
  • Experience with high- and low-pressure compressors, chillers, and water treatment systems.
  • Strong knowledge in compressed air systems, electrical systems, hydraulics, and water processing.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office for documentation and reporting purposes.
  • Flexible availability to support all production shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and diagnose electronic or mechanical malfunctions using manuals and SOPs.
  • Program and modify PLC systems to improve operations.
  • Repair system faults related to installation, operation, and maintenance.
  • Write and debug PLC logic, recommending corrective actions as necessary.
  • Troubleshoot plant instrumentation and automation issues with various equipment.
  • Obtain and create documentation as needed for operational clarity.
  • Develop interfaces for Human Machine Interactions to improve user engagement.
  • Perform maintenance tasks ranging from minor repairs to major overhauls.
  • Identify opportunities for waste reduction and manage related projects.
  • Coach and train employees to develop their troubleshooting skills for machinery failures.
  • Support operations across multiple plant areas, including production and treatment facilities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401K plan with a company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan options.
  • Various insurance coverages, including life and disability insurance.
  • Generous time off policies including paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
  • Tuition reimbursement and employee discounts on various services.
  • Family-friendly benefits such as paid leave for new parents and adoption reimbursement.
  • Access to legal services, EAP, and identity theft protection services.
Full Job Description
Overview

Factory Location: High Springs, FL

Compensation: $39.00/hr

Schedule: 6:00am - 4:30pm Monday-Friday

Benefits of working for Primo Brands:

Health Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care flexible spending account (FSA, heath savings account (HSA)

Retirement/Investing: 401K with a 5% match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Insurance: Employee Life Insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment

Other great benefits: Employee discounts, save on auto, home, and pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, 9 paid holidays and 3 paid floating holidays, paid leave for when you have a baby, adopt a child, or become a foster parent, legal services, identity theft protection, employee assistance program (EAP), adoption reimbursement benefit, FEDlogic, commuter benefits

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and diagnose cause of electronic or mechanical malfunctions using knowledge, manuals, SOPs, specifications, and other workplace aids
  • Program and modify new and existing PLC programs
  • Resolve and repair all system faults and anomalies associated with installation, operation, maintenance, and connectivity problems including changes, adjustments, and modifications to control code and standard operating parameters
  • Write and debug PLC Logic and make recommendations for major corrective actions
  • Troubleshoot problems dealing with plant instrumentation and automation equipment including valves; pressure; temperature; level, flow, conductivity, speed, force instruments; motor controls; PLC's, HMI's, etc.
  • Obtain drawings, instructional manuals, and special procedures as needed from files or other sources. Make any additional sketches, diagrams, etc., as necessary
  • Develop applications using Human Machine Interfaces
  • Perform maintenance tasks to include repairing, planning, coordinating, and improving, from minor rebuilds to major overhauls on all equipment
  • Identify processing waste reduction opportunities and manage waste reduction projects
  • Communicate, coach, and train employees to continuously improve the team's ability to respond to equipment failures and loss of production
  • Areas of responsibility will include but are not limited to: Production support, Mechanical Room, Water Processing, Boiler Room, Wastewater Treatment, Water Chemical Treatment Program

Qualifications

  • Five or more years proven maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Intermediate working knowledge level of PLC programming and automation
  • Prior experience with high- and low-pressure compressors, chillers, water treatment, boilers is required.
  • Strong technical knowledge of compressed air systems (pneumatics), electrical systems, hydraulics and water processing
  • Must be self-managed and efficient when performing work unsupervised
  • Proficient computer navigation skills, including the use of Microsoft Office applications
  • Available for call-ins or to cover all shifts to support production teams as required
  • Be able to work flexible schedule as determined by business needs.
  • Must be able to foster and build a team
  • Must be willing and able to train other mechanics; ability to adapt to other's learning styles is imperative
  • Develop and prepare necessary reports, and maintain daily documentation
  • Candidates must complete the Mechanical Aptitude Test before being considered
  • Must be able to do physical inspections, (i.e. climbing, reaching, extending)


Candidates must possess strong English language skills to effectively communicate with customers and provide exceptional service. Proficiency in English is essential for understanding customer needs, resolving inquiries, and collaborating with team members.

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