Automation & Controls Technician — Food Manufacturing

Jobot; Lathrop (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses up to 6%

401(k) with match

Medical/Dental/Vision

HSA options

PTO & paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

On-demand pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

Jobot in Lathrop, CA is seeking an Industrial Automation Technician to maintain PLC systems and electrical controls on a fast-paced production line. You will troubleshoot equipment, program Allen-Bradley PLCs, and support automation upgrades to improve reliability.

Join a team focused on safety, quality, and employee development, with opportunities for growth and competitive compensation in a stable, full-time role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certifications preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems.
• Experience troubleshooting and programming PLC systems, preferably Allen-Bradley.
• Strong background with HMIs, VFDs, instrumentation, sensors, and electrical controls.
• Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics.
• Experience supporting automation upgrades and commissioning activities.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong commitment to safety procedures and regulatory compliance; able to work cross-functionally.
• Preferred experience with Beckhoff controls, Fanuc robotics, and/or vision systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and maintain PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
• Program and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLC systems.
• Maintain and repair HMIs, VFDs, and robotic equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems, wiring, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Interpret and utilize electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Support automation upgrades and capital improvement initiatives.
• Assist with equipment commissioning and startup activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability.
• Ensure accurate maintenance documentation.
• Maintain compliance with company safety standards and FDA requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with production and maintenance teams during troubleshooting efforts.

Skills

Industrial automation

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Electrical schematics reading

Fast-paced production

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or certifications

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

HMIs

VFDs

Beckhoff controls

Fanuc robotics

Vision systems

Job description

Jobot in Lathrop, CA is seeking an Industrial Automation Technician to maintain PLC systems and electrical controls on a fast-paced production line. You will troubleshoot equipment, program Allen-Bradley PLCs, and support automation upgrades to improve reliability.

Join a team focused on safety, quality, and employee development, with opportunities for growth and competitive compensation in a stable, full-time role.