Automation Programmer – PLC, HMI & Robotics Expert

firstquality; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision starting at

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Job summary

First Quality, a family-owned manufacturing group in the U.S., seeks a Manufacturing Automation Programmer to design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain automated control systems across production lines. You will collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to optimize equipment performance and minimize downtime.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years programming PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens), experience with HMI/SCADA, and robotics programming (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA).

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Controls, Mechatronics, or related field (or equivalent hands‑on experience).
• 2+ years of experience programming PLCs (Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, or similar).
• Experience with HMI/SCADA software development.
• Understanding of electrical schematics, industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, Profinet), and motor controls/VFDs.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Experience with robotics programming (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA, or similar).
• Familiarity with vision systems, servo motion control, and safety PLCs.
• Experience in a high‑speed converting, packaging, or consumer products manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of SQL/databases for data collection and MES integration.

Responsibilities

• Support daily manufacturing operations by troubleshooting control system faults, sensors, drives, and networking issues to minimize downtime
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams on assigned shift to identify automation improvement opportunities.
• Program, develop and improve PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programs for production, process and packaging equipment.
• Program, configure and improve HMI (Human‑Machine Interface) screens for operator control and monitoring.
• Maintain, program and support robotics systems integrated into production lines.
• Support installation, commissioning, and startup of new automated equipment and production lines.
• Maintain accurate documentation of control logic, wiring diagrams, and program revisions.
• Perform backups and version control of PLC, HMI, and robot programs.
• Ensure automation systems comply with safety standards and company quality requirements.
• Provide training and technical support to maintenance technicians and operators as needed.
• Participate in root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurring equipment issues.
• Stay current with emerging automation technologies and recommend upgrades where applicable.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA

Robotics programming

Electrical schematics

Industrial networks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related

Mechatronics or Automation

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Fanuc robotics

KUKA robotics

Job description

First Quality, a family-owned manufacturing group in the U.S., seeks a Manufacturing Automation Programmer to design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain automated control systems across production lines. You will collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to optimize equipment performance and minimize downtime.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years programming PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens), experience with HMI/SCADA, and robotics programming (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA).