1st shift Hager Tech Auto and Controls (Salm)

Johnsonville, LLC.; Northern (KY); Hybride; USD 65 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

Résumé du poste

Salm Partners is seeking an Automation and Controls Technician to provide electrical and controls support for maintenance in a fast-paced production environment. You will install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment while adhering to safety, quality, SQF, GMP and USDA standards.

The role requires advanced knowledge of PLCs, industrial controls, and electrical/schematic updates, with hands-on experience in Allen Bradley systems and CAD tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related tech field with 7+ years industrial experience
• Experience with Allen Bradley RSLogix, RSNetworx, Devicenet and PLCs is mandatory
• Experience with ladder logic, structured text, and scripted text programming

Responsabilités

• Provide advanced technical support to maintenance and operations team
• Program, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs and industrial control circuits
• Monitor software versions and perform upgrades as required
• Back up PLC/HMI programs and maintain electrical diagrams
• Assist updating electrical prints and schematics
• Support cost-saving maintenance projects and supplier sourcing
• Provide technical training for maintenance staff
• Support new equipment evaluation and integration into systems
• Promote continuous improvement culture
• Follow Lockout/Tagout procedures and safety rules

Connaissances

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Troubleshooting

Industrial controls

Ladder logic

Formation

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Outils

RSLogix

RSNetworx

Devicenet

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Description du poste

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1st shift Hager Tech Auto and Controls (Salm)

Location: Denmark, WI, US, 54208

Job Posting Date: Sep 17, 2026

Shift: First Shift

Requisition ID: 53700

Position Overview

The Automation and Controls Technician will provide electrical and controls support for maintenance activities to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment. This will be done maintaining compliance with all safety, food safety, quality, SQF, GMP and USDA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical support to the maintenance and operations team.
• Program, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs and industrial control circuits.
• Monitor software versions and perform upgrades as required.
• Monitor electrical product life cycle on equipment and perform upgrades as required. ;
• Maintain PLC and; HMI program backups and versions for all equipment.
• Assist with updating electrical prints and schematics for all equipment.
• Support cost saving initiatives such as major maintenance projects, part or equipment standardization, and alternate vendor sourcing.
• Provide technical training and skills development for Maintenance Technicians and other Maintenance personnel.
• Provide technical support for new equipment evaluation, install, and integration into maintenance systems.
• Promote and support a continuous improvement culture.
• Follow established equipment Lockout/Tagout procedures as required without fail.
• Comply with all safety rules and regulations per established company policies.
• Provide after-hours support as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education

A Bachelors degree in an engineering field is preferred; or a combination of an Associate's degree in a technology field, completion of a craft apprenticeship, with a minimum of 7 years industrial experience.

Experience

If non-degreed, an equivalent number of years of training and production maintenance experience are required. Experience with Allen Bradley RSLogix, RSNetworx, Devicenet, PLCs, power systems, AC frequency drives is mandatory. Experience with Allen Bradley programming, including ladder logic, structured text, and scripted text programming is required.

Skills

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and with changing environmental conditions. Must be highly motivated and able to work independently. Must have demonstrated electrical and mechanical knowledge and repair abilities, and be able to effectively manage multiple priorities. Must have advanced industrial controls and troubleshooting experience.

Other Requirements

Computer Skills

• Must have strong computer proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet.
• Previous experience with E-Maintenance or similar web-based maintenance systems is preferred.
• Previous experience or training with AutoCAD or Solid Works 3-D solid modeling software is also preferred.

Mathematical Skills

• Must possess strong math skills, with the ability to calculate and understand fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions.

Reasoning Ability

• Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal or diagram form.
• Must possess strong trouble shooting and problem solving skills.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the partner is frequently required to stand for extended periods, bend, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The partner is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms, with repetitive motions of hands, arms and shoulders. Partners are required to lift up to 40# on their own and periodically lift and/or move up to 75 # with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and color vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. There is a wide variation of temperatures ranging from 35° F to 100° F in the various production work areas. The work environment in production is wet and slippery most times. The noise level in the production work environment is usually loud, and the noise in the office is low. Maintenance Partners are required to wear frocks, EH-rated composite toed slip-resistant footwear, hairnets and hearing protection at all times on the production floor. Gloves, goggles, and face shield may be required at different times in the course of the work being performed.

Benefits and Compensation

• Full-time Partners at Salm have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support their well-being and future. This includes a 401(k) with a company match, health, dental, and vision coverage, as well as an optional Health Savings Account (HSA). Salm also provides company-paid short-term disability and life insurance policies.
• Full-time Partners enjoy paid time off (PTO) and the opportunity to grow within a values-driven and team-focused environment.
• Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and position.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

At Salm, we're committed to being a good partner in our co-manufacturer relationships and in our community. That's why we call our employees "Partners".

When you work for Salm Partners, we work with you to create an avenue of growth for your career.