Automation Technician

Agropur; Little Chute (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short & Long-term Disability

401(k) with company contributions

3 Weeks PTO on day 1

Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Paid parental leave

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Agropur is seeking an Automation Technician I in Wisconsin to monitor and troubleshoot computer-controlled instrumentation. This role uses PLC programs, HMIs, and electrical circuits, performing preventive maintenance, calibrations, and documentation for scheduled work.

The position requires reading electrical schematics, wiring panels, and supporting production teams to resolve issues. Night shifts with on-call rotation and a strong benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Technical Degree in Electrical Technology or related field required.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience considered.
• Experience reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics recommended.
• Wiring electrical control panels and installing equipment is expected.
• Experience planning, testing, installing and maintaining equipment and systems.

Responsibilities

• Monitor automated systems using a computer and PLC programs.
• Troubleshoot automation systems and HMIs, adjust as needed.
• Perform checks and calibration of plant floor equipment.
• Conduct scheduled maintenance and complete related documentation.
• Install new electrical circuits and maintain controls systems.
• Provide technical assistance to operators and managers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Problem solving

Electrical knowledge

Reading schematics

Education

Associate/Technical degree in Electrical Technology

Job description

Job Type: RegularThe Automation Technician I uses knowledge of electronics, mechanics and computers to troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and computer-controlled systems.People are at the heart of our success. Our culture encourages collaboration, transparency, and accountability in order to generate value and achieve sustainable results. Being part of the team means committing to an environment where everyone’s impact truly matters.

An environment that empowers you to take action:

• Starting Rate: $36.56 hourly
• Night Shift Premium $1.50/hour
• Schedule: NIGHTS, Monday - Friday, 2pm - 10pm
  • Flexibility to train on Day Shift for the first few months
  • Mandatory on-call rotation once trained
• Two pay increases within a year, up to $1.00
• Sunday Double Time
• Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) with up to 7% company contributions
  • 3 Weeks PTO on day 1
  • Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Healthy work/life balance

What you’ll be responsible for each day:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor Automated Systems using a computer.
• Troubleshoot the automation system using various PLC programs.
• Monitor and troubleshoot HMI Systems, making adjustments or modifications as needed.
• Perform checks and calibration of plant floor equipment.
• Perform scheduled maintenance work.
• Perform Completion of Documentation for scheduled maintenance work.
• Perform work orders assigned by the Planners.
• Perform daily preventive maintenance of electrical circuits.
• Install new electrical circuits.
• Help plant production personnel troubleshoot production problems.
• Maintain the Controls system.
• Oversee the everyday automation activities of the manufacturing plant.
• Install and test systems.
• Make program changes as needed to help the production areas run more efficiently.
• Resolve and repair all system faults and anomalies.
• Calibrate instruments throughout the plant.
• Understand and comply with all Quality Assurance policies, and immediately report any potential food safety issues to management.
• Maintain, inspect and modify automation equipment, technologies and processes.
• Provide technical assistance for automation problems to operators and managers.
• Make adjustments or modifications to existing PLC Programs.
• Help plant production personnel troubleshoot production problems.
• Conduct work in a safe manner and abide by all company safety policies.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits, motors and equipment controls.
• Perform all functions that consist of Maximo (Computerized Maintenance Program).
• Perform basic mechanical duties in the plant as needed.
• Help troubleshoot and maintain the plant.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• This position uses electrical measuring equipment i.e. Fluke Multimeter, Process Meter, & Hart Calibration Equipment.
• Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Safety Protocol
  • Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
  • Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
  • Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

The individual who will own this role:

Education Required:

• Associate’s or Technical Degree in Electrical Technology or related field required.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Experience Required:

• Minimum one (1) year of related experience required.
• Experience with reading mechanical drawings and electrical schematics including knowledge of redlining schematics for updates required.
• Experience with wiring electrical control panels or equipment remote actuators and inputs and outputs as well plumbing equipment, pneumatic or/and hydraulic lines required.
• Experience planning, selecting, testing, installing and maintaining equipment and other types of systems required.

Skills Required:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with executives, managers, colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to apply logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions.