Automation Technician

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned food manufacturing company is seeking an Automation Technician responsible for ensuring the reliability of automated systems. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in Electrical Technology and at least 3 years of experience in automation. This full-time role offers competitive pay, benefits, and the chance to contribute to quality food production.

Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in automation or industrial controls is required.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment is crucial.
• Proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLCs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food safety compliance in all activities.
• Recommend new automation systems to improve efficiency.
• Maintain and troubleshoot PLC, HMIs, and related hardware.
• Collaborate on continuous improvement projects.

Skills

PLC programming and troubleshooting

Working knowledge of operator interfaces (HMIs)

Ability to interpret electrical schematics

Strong capabilities in ladder logic

Experience using AutoCAD

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Organized and detail-oriented

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

At Furmano Foods, you’ll become part of a family-owned business with a purpose far greater than profit. Rooted in faith and tradition since 1921, we are passionate about producing quality, nutritious food, serving others with humility, and stewarding the land for future. As a values-driven organization, we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact.

The Automation Technician plays a vital role in supporting and advancing the automated systems throughout the food manufacturing facility. This individual will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and enhancement of electrical and control systems with a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Education and Experience

• Associate degree in Electrical Technology or related field is strongly .


• Minimum 3 years of experience in automation, instrumentation, or controls within a food manufacturing or industrial setting. ·


• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Ensure food safety compliance in all activities, report concerns promptly to supervisors or managers.


2. Recommend and specify new automation systems and control solutions to improve plant efficiency.


3. Maintain and troubleshoot electrical/electronic systems including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, servos, sensors, and associated hardware.


4. Lead or support the design, programming, and installation of control systems using Allen-Bradley or equivalent platforms.


5. Collaborate on continuous improvement projects and plant-wide modernization efforts.


6. Assist with the execution and management of capital projects under the direction of the Director of Engineering.


7. Provide day-to-day support for the Engineering and Maintenance Department, including documentation and scheduling.


8. Maintain accurate and detailed records of work performed, including updates to schematics and software logs.


9. Promote a culture of teamwork, integrity, and proactive communication.


10. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficiency in PLC programming and troubleshooting (especially Allen-Bradley hardware/software).


• Working knowledge of operator interfaces (HMIs), robotics, VFDs, and servo systems.


• Ability to interpret and modify electrical schematics and automation documentation.


• Strong capabilities in ladder logic, control narratives, and system integration.


• Experience using AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to work in a cross-functional team environment.


• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced production environment.

Education

• Associate ()

Experience

• Industrial controls: 3 years (Required)

Physical Requirements

Body Movements – the amount of time spent performing each physical requirement:

• Occasional - 1/3 or less


• Frequent – 1/3 to 2/3


• Continuous – 2/3 or more


• Standing: Frequent to Continuous


• Walking: Frequent to continuous


• Sitting: Occasional to Frequent


• Lifting: Occasional to frequent (medium duty position / ability to lift 30lbs)


• Carrying: Occasional to frequent (medium duty position / ability to carry 30lbs)


• Climbing: Occasional


• Climbing Stairs: Occasional


• Climbing ladders: Occasional


• Crawling: Occasional


• Working in kneeling position: Occasional


• Working with arms extended at shoulder level or above: Occasional


• Twisting and Turning: Frequent to continuous


• Reaching: Occasional to frequent


• Bending: Occasional to frequent


• Driving: Occasional


• Pushing and Pulling: Occasional


• Hand Movement – Simple grasping: frequent

Job Type

Job Type: Full-time

Work Schedule

Work Schedule: This position typically follows the hours of the shift scheduled to work; however, working days may vary based on season. Typically, Monday through Friday. Very often Saturday & 12 hours. Shifts may be required during busy times.

Hours

Hours: 2nd Shift - 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM/ 3rd Shift - 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM

30 minutes unpaid lunch

Salary

Salary: Up to $35.34 per Hour

Benefits

• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Dental insurance


• Employee assistance program


• Employee discount


• Flexible spending account


• Health insurance


• Health savings account


• Life insurance


• Paid time off


• Referral program


• Retirement plan


• Vision insurance


• Onsite nurse


• Corporate Chaplain

Ability to Commute

• Northumberland, PA 17857 (Required)

Ability to Relocate

• Northumberland, PA 17857: Relocate before starting work ()

Work Location: In person

Employment Disclaimer

This position is based in Pennsylvania and is considered \"at-will.\" This means that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any reason not prohibited by law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including those prohibiting discrimination on the basis of , , , (including , orientation, or ), , , , genetic information, or any other protected status under the law.

This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or limit the supervisor’s ability to modify work assignments as appropriate to meet the needs of the organization.