Automation Technician

Gehl Food & Beverage; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

Quarterly bonuses up to 6%

Full benefits package (medical, dental

Vision & 401(k) match

Job summary

Gehl Food & Beverage is seeking an industrial automation technician to troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and robotic systems. You will diagnose electrical issues, support upgrades, and ensure documentation meets safety standards.

A strong safety mindset and teamwork are essential, with bonus exposure to Beckhoff, Fanuc, or vision systems. Applicants should have 2+ years in industrial automation or electrical systems and be ready to contribute to a culture of reliability and continuous

Qualifications

• 2+ years in industrial automation or electrical systems.
• Experience with instrumentation, schematics, and motion control.
• Strong safety focus and teamwork.
• Bonus: Beckhoff, Fanuc, or vision systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and robotic systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical wiring, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Support automation upgrades, commissioning, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure documentation accuracy and compliance with safety and FDA standards.

Skills

Industrial automation

Controls

Electrical systems

Instrumentation

Motion control

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Beckhoff

Fanuc

Vision systems

Job description

• Need cash before payday? We've got you covered with on demand pay
• Quarterly bonuses (based on team achievement and up to 6% of wages)
• Full benefits package - medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match
• Generous PTO & holidays
• Growth opportunities to expand skillsets and enhance career
• Amazing team & culture focused on:

Communication | Community | Wellness | Employee Activities

Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:

• Full-time & stable hours - no seasonal cuts!
• HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution
• Perks at Work - discounts on shopping, travel & more
• Proven continued business growth for future opportunities

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and robotic systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical wiring, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Support automation upgrades, commissioning, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure documentation accuracy and compliance with safety and FDA standards.

What You'll Need

• 2+ years in industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems.
• Experience with instrumentation, schematics, and motion control.
• Strong safety focus and teamwork mindset.
• Bonus: Experience with Beckhoff, Fanuc, or vision systems.