Advanced PLC & Industrial Maintenance Technician

Perdue Farms, Inc.; Washington (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Foods is hiring a Multi Craft Maintenance Technician to support safe, efficient plant operations across departments. You will prevent issues, apply strong problem-solving skills, and promote a proactive maintenance culture with hands-on training for junior staff.

The role is on the 1st shift, Monday through Friday, 6:30am to 7pm, requiring a high level of mechanical and electrical expertise and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; equivalent experience.
• 8+ years in industrial maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Expert proficiency in hydraulics, mechanics, electrical, PLC, welding and rigging; maintain Perdue Farms QEW certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex maintenance tasks and decision-making.
• Demonstrate and maintain Maintenance Tech III proficiency within 10 months of hire.
• Troubleshoot PLC hardware and control systems; repair electrical/mechanical equipment.
• Collaborate with production and other technicians to solve problems quickly.
• Conduct root cause analysis and document findings clearly.
• Drive plant and maintenance cost efficiencies while ensuring safety.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Hydraulics

Electrical

Welding

Rigging

Troubleshooting

Education

2-year technical degree

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

QEW Certification

Job description

Perdue Foods is hiring a Multi Craft Maintenance Technician to support safe, efficient plant operations across departments. You will prevent issues, apply strong problem-solving skills, and promote a proactive maintenance culture with hands-on training for junior staff.

The role is on the 1st shift, Monday through Friday, 6:30am to 7pm, requiring a high level of mechanical and electrical expertise and a commitment to continuous improvement.