1st Shift: PLC & Electrical Maintenance Tech

Pilgrim; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Principe Foods in Columbia, MO is seeking a 1st Shift Maintenance Electronic Technician to support and improve production by hands-on work with PLCs, control systems, and electrical equipment. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, programming, and optimizing to ensure safe, reliable operations.

Essential duties include PLC/HMI programming, electrical maintenance, RCA, system upgrades, schematic interpretation, cross-functional collaboration, operator training, and SAP documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree or 2+ years of experience in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechanical.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, drives, and industrial electrical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Program and troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems
• Maintain and repair control systems, motor controls, and electrical equipment
• Diagnosing and resolving equipment and process issues using root cause analysis (RCA)
• Support installation, startup, and commissioning of new equipment and upgrades
• Read and apply electrical and mechanical schematics for troubleshooting and system improvements
• Work with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve system performance
• Train operators and technicians on equipment and control systems
• Perform daily inspections of electrical systems, lighting, and connections
• Utilize OEM technical support when needed to solve complex issues
• Maintain spare parts inventory and order materials as required
• Document work and track time in SAP

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

HMI systems

Electrical systems

Root cause analysis

Electrical safety

Documentation SAP

Education

Degree or 2 years experience in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechanical

Job description

Principe Foods in Columbia, MO is seeking a 1st Shift Maintenance Electronic Technician to support and improve production by hands-on work with PLCs, control systems, and electrical equipment. The role emphasizes troubleshooting, programming, and optimizing to ensure safe, reliable operations.

Essential duties include PLC/HMI programming, electrical maintenance, RCA, system upgrades, schematic interpretation, cross-functional collaboration, operator training, and SAP documentation.