Automation Programmer – Dairy/Food Systems, 30–50% Travel

Custom Fabricating & Repair Inc.

Marshfield (WI)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 200,000

Full time

40 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401k: Up to 5% company match
Vacation: Provided
Personal Time: Provided
Paid Holidays: Provided
Health Insurance: Available
Employee Health Clinic: Provided

Job summary

Custom Fabricating & Repair, Inc. seeks an Automation Programmer to design, program and startup sanitary stainless-steel equipment for dairy customers. Travel 30–50% is required, with lodging arranged by CFR.

The role offers strong growth, competitive weekly pay and benefits including 401k, vacation and health options. Baseline pay can reach up to $100K, with potential to exceed $200K annually depending on skill and travel.

Qualifications

  • BS in Automation/Engineering or related field preferred.
  • 5+ years of automation programming experience.
  • Experience in dairy/food industries preferred.
  • Willingness to travel 30–50% is required.

Responsibilities

  • Program PLCs (Allen Bradley ControlLogix/CompactLogix) and perform HMI programming.
  • Support design, engineering, startup and commissioning of CFR equipment.
  • Read and develop electrical schematics and process flows.
  • Coordinate with automation/process engineers and customers.

Skills

PLC programming
HMI programming
Communication
Travel readiness

Education

BS degree in Automation/Electrical/Computer/Electronics

Tools

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix
CompactLogix
Rockwell Software
Aveva Wonderware
GE Cimplicity/iFix
Ignition

Job description

Custom Fabricating & Repair, Inc. seeks an Automation Programmer to design, program and startup sanitary stainless-steel equipment for dairy customers. Travel 30–50% is required, with lodging arranged by CFR.

The role offers strong growth, competitive weekly pay and benefits including 401k, vacation and health options. Baseline pay can reach up to $100K, with potential to exceed $200K annually depending on skill and travel.

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