Automation Controls Specialist I — 2nd Shift

Nestlé Purina North America; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 72,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé Purina North America is seeking a Controls Technical Specialist I in Allentown. You will troubleshoot and maintain PLC/PC-based automation systems, oversee PLC upgrades, and support production line modifications with the maintenance team.

The role requires a strong background in PLC/controls, HMI/SCADA, and electrical troubleshooting, with a 2nd shift schedule. Competitive benefits and compensation are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.
• 2+ years in PLC-based controls or HMI systems, or 1+ year with associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Configure, program, and troubleshoot PLC.
• Perform preventive maintenance for controls and organize parts inventory.
• Provide programming and electrical support on plant capital projects.
• Implement control systems software upgrades.
• Provide instrumentation, PLC and HMI/SCADA support to maintenance staff.
• Assist with training of maintenance personnel.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

HMI/SCADA

Automation maintenance

Electrical wiring

Preventive maintenance

Production support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in a technical discipline

Job description

Nestlé Purina North America is seeking a Controls Technical Specialist I in Allentown. You will troubleshoot and maintain PLC/PC-based automation systems, oversee PLC upgrades, and support production line modifications with the maintenance team.

The role requires a strong background in PLC/controls, HMI/SCADA, and electrical troubleshooting, with a 2nd shift schedule. Competitive benefits and compensation are offered.