Automation Controls Technician - Robotic Systems (3rd Shift)

Perdue Farms; Perry (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Foods is seeking an Automation Controls Technician to design, program, and maintain automated/robotic systems on the Perry, GA plant floor. The role partners with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, implement new technology, and raise equipment capabilities for reliable operations.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in industrial automation, with strong PLC, HMI, and robotics experience, plus safety-compliant practices. On-site shift, with heavy hands-on responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in industrial automation, controls, PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, robotics and process control systems.
• Certifications such as CAP or Fanuc CSE are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, and implement automated control systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical issues in robotic equipment.
• Monitor and optimize control system performance across plants.
• Install and configure industrial robots and HMIs; support safety standards.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI systems

Robotics

Electrical troubleshooting

Industrial automation

Education

Two-year technical degree in Mechatronics/Robotics

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Fanuc Robotics

KAREL programming

PLC/HMI tooling

Job description

Perdue Foods is seeking an Automation Controls Technician to design, program, and maintain automated/robotic systems on the Perry, GA plant floor. The role partners with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, implement new technology, and raise equipment capabilities for reliable operations.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in industrial automation, with strong PLC, HMI, and robotics experience, plus safety-compliant practices. On-site shift, with heavy hands-on responsibilities.