Automation Technician/PLC (Grave shift)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401K match

Sign-on bonus

Vacation days

Double time Sundays

Raises after 90 days

Job security

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician (Grave shift) to support, maintain, repair, and install automated systems across a manufacturing facility in Utah. Responsibilities include PLC troubleshooting and programming, preventive maintenance, and ensuring GMP and safety compliance.

The role requires 1+ year PLC experience, food manufacturing maintenance background, and familiarity with Allen-Bradley software.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of PLC operation, programming, or troubleshooting experience
• Food manufacturing maintenance experience (3 years)
• Experience with Allen Bradley Software
• Must pass a background check and drug test
• Must provide 3 professional references
• Able to pass a physical and hearing test
• Able to pass a written aptitude test

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and install automation and packaging systems across the plant
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC programming and automation issues
• Perform assembly, disassembly, preventive maintenance, and repairs on print and packaging equipment
• Verify quality control standards including product weights, coding, and packaging accuracy
• Ensure all work complies with GMP, safety, and quality assurance standards
• Maintain accurate documentation and maintenance records
• Respond promptly to equipment issues to minimize production downtime
• Communicate effectively with the maintenance team and management to support optimal plant efficiency
• Learn and operate various machines and systems while maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Participate in ongoing training related to new equipment and automation projects
• Maintain punctuality and reliable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Skills

PLC operation

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Machine operation

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Tools

Allen-Bradley Software

Job description

Express Employment Professionalsis seeking a skilledAutomation Maintenance Technician (Grave shift)to support, maintain, repair, and install automated systems throughout a manufacturing facility. This role combines hands-on equipment maintenance with PLC troubleshooting and programming to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production operations.

Possible schedule and salary :

• Mon-Fri
  • Day: 7am - 3:30pm
  • Swing: 3:30pm - 11:00pm
  • Grave: 11pm - 7am
• Will train on day shift for at least 3 months, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
• Starting wage $33.35 - $47.44 (Starting wage based on qualifications, skills, and experience) Grave Differential: +$1.44 (After training).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and install automation and packaging systems across the plant
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC programming and automation issues
• Perform assembly, disassembly, preventive maintenance, and repairs on print and packaging equipment
• Verify quality control standards including product weights, coding, and packaging accuracy
• Ensure all work complies with GMP, safety, and quality assurance standards
• Maintain accurate documentation and maintenance records
• Respond promptly to equipment issues to minimize production downtime
• Communicate effectively with the maintenance team and management to support optimal plant efficiency
• Learn and operate various machines and systems while maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Participate in ongoing training related to new equipment and automation projects
• Maintain punctuality and reliable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of machine operations and troubleshooting
• Demonstrated understanding of PLC operation and programmingAbility to adapt in a fast-paced, continuously changing manufacturing environment
• Effective communication skills to support safety, quality, and efficiency
• Ability to read and follow SOPs and company guidelines
• Capable of prioritizing tasks and operating multiple machines simultaneously
• Understanding of upstream and downstream manufacturing processes

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 1+ year of PLC operation, programming, or troubleshooting experience
• Food manufacturing maintenance experience (3 years)
• Experience with Allen Bradley Software
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test
• Must be able to provide 3 professional references
• Able to pass a physical and hearing test
• Able to pass a written aptitude test

Why Join Us?

• Great health and dental insurance after 600 hours!!
• 401 K, 5% Match
• $2000 sign on bonus
• 5 day vacation pay as soon as at 90 day, 10 days vacation pay at 1 year, 15 days at 5 years!!
• Double time Sundays starting from day 1
• Raises start as soon as 90 days!
• Job security YEAR round and over time available!!