Automation & Controls Specialist - PLC & VFD Expert

Unilever PLC; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Profit Sharing

Tuition/Fitness Reimbursement

Paid Leaves

Quarterly Bonus Payouts

Uniforms and PPE

Career Advancement Opportunities

Onsite Cafeteria

Free Coffee

Free Ice Cream

Job summary

Unilever Jefferson City is seeking an Automation & Controls Specialist to lead electrical projects and PLC programming for our packaging and process operations. You will diagnose PLC and instrumentation issues, maintain PLC hardware, and apply NEC standards to improve safety and productivity.

The role requires 3–5 years in a maintenance-focused position, strong PLC knowledge, and the ability to read blueprints and schematics.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; higher degree desirable
• 3-5 years’ experience in a maintenance related position
• Working knowledge of PLCs
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics

Responsibilities

• Implement projects and improvements (electrical/PLC) for new products and safety.
• Diagnose/test PLC and instrumentation problems.
• Maintain and configure PLC hardware.
• Understand PLC ladder logic and NEC requirements.
• Maintain VFDs, DC drives and servo motors.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical schematics

Leadership

Data-driven decisions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Unilever Jefferson City is seeking an Automation & Controls Specialist to lead electrical projects and PLC programming for our packaging and process operations. You will diagnose PLC and instrumentation issues, maintain PLC hardware, and apply NEC standards to improve safety and productivity.

The role requires 3–5 years in a maintenance-focused position, strong PLC knowledge, and the ability to read blueprints and schematics.