Control Systems Technician

Shearer's Foods; Massillon (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading snack food manufacturer as an Automation Controls Maintenance Technician. You will maintain and repair robotics and automation control systems, ensuring peak performance in a dynamic environment. Enjoy competitive pay, a sign-on bonus, and a supportive workplace with a variety of benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Savings Plan with Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Opportunities to volunteer

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in troubleshooting and programming PLCs.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical prints.
• Experience with HMI or SCADA programming is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and repair of robotics and automation control systems.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and programming for PLC's and automation equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance control capabilities.

Skills

Proficiency in PLC and HMI code

Troubleshooting

Programming for PLC's

Technical guidance

Tools

ABB & Fanuc Robot programming

Microsoft Office

Job description

You already LOVE us and the SNACKS WE MAKE!

We have over 5,000 associates in 17 state-of-the-art manufacturing and warehouse sites in North America that produce over 800 million pounds of snacks per year. Did you know that we buy 20% of all the potatoes grown in the US? WOW!

And we know what you’re thinking…how can I get my hands on some free goodies? Our team members can take home free snacks!

Robotics/Auto Controls Maintenance Technician

Nights - 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM - $4K sign on bonus

Starting Pay $40+/hour based on experience

Shift Premiums for Nights ($3/hr.)

When you join our dynamic team at Shearer's as an Automation Controls Maintenance Technician, you will play a pivotal role in the snack food industry! As the dedicated professional, you will oversee the maintenance and repair of robotics and automation control systems, ensuring peak performance and safety.

Your seat at the best snacks table

This position is responsible for upkeep and maintenance of the controls and automation equipment which includes troubleshooting, performing program backups, and system upgrades. Direct involvement with cross-functional team that include safety, quality, engineering, and production. This position will provide technical guidance to other members of the maintenance team and other technical members of Shearers to develop higher controls capabilities across the network.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced troubleshooting and Programming for PLC's and automation equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance control capabilities.
• Provide technical guidance and training to maintenance personnel.

We Offer:

• An opportunity to work with state-of-the-art technology.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in PLC and HMI code, ABB & Fanuc Robot programming, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical prints.

If you have a passion for technology and a drive to excel in the world of snacking, apply now to become a part of our Shearer's team!

We offer a variety pack of benefits after just 30 days:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Flexible Spending Account, Retirement Savings Plan with Match, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Group Critical Accident Insurance, Group Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and numerous opportunities to volunteer in the communities in which we operate. Paid Time Off (PTO) available after 90-days.

You will be considered for employment in our inclusive workplace

Because at Shearer’s, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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