Automation & PLC Technician: PLC Programming & Reliability

Hydro

Elkhart (IN)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement Savings Plan
Education Assistance
Bonus Plan Eligibility
Parental Leave

Job summary

Hydro is seeking a PLC Programmer in Indiana to support rotating shifts (6pm–6am: 3 on/3 off, then 4 on/4 off) for Hydro Extrusions North America. You will independently program, troubleshoot, and support PLC-controlled equipment, integrating PLCs with HMIs and sensors, and collaborating with engineering on system upgrades.

Required is 3–5 years of hands-on PLC experience, plus knowledge of ladder logic and Allen-Bradley software.

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of hands-on experience programming and supporting PLC-controlled equipment.
  • Ability to modify and troubleshoot PLC ladder logic for improvements.
  • Experience with automation hardware and industrial safety practices.

Responsibilities

  • Program and configure PLC-controlled systems and safety logic.
  • Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC ladder logic and related code.
  • Install, program, and troubleshoot PLC systems in industrial environments.
  • Troubleshoot and repair PLC systems and components.
  • Integrate PLCs with HMIs, sensors, and actuators.
  • Collaborate with engineering on upgrades and improvements.
  • Train junior technicians and provide technical support.
  • Support Continuous Reliability Improvement initiatives.
  • Occasionally assist mechanical technicians (~30% time).
  • Respond to equipment breakdowns and urgent restoration actions.

Skills

PLC programming
Troubleshooting
Industrial automation
Team collaboration

Education

Technical degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering

Tools

Allen Bradley Logix/Studio 5000
FactoryTalk View Studio
Ethernet/IP

Job description

Hydro is seeking a PLC Programmer in Indiana to support rotating shifts (6pm–6am: 3 on/3 off, then 4 on/4 off) for Hydro Extrusions North America. You will independently program, troubleshoot, and support PLC-controlled equipment, integrating PLCs with HMIs and sensors, and collaborating with engineering on system upgrades.

Required is 3–5 years of hands-on PLC experience, plus knowledge of ladder logic and Allen-Bradley software.

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