Control Technician

Palermo’s Pizza Manufacturing; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 free pizzas per month

$7,000 sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Uniforms provided

401(k) & Roth with company match

Job summary

Palermo’s Pizza is hiring a Maintenance Automation Specialist to troubleshoot and maintain advanced control systems on the production floor. You will design and build UL 508A panels, wire and test PLC/HMI networks, and program Allen-Bradley devices to ensure high uptime.

With 5+ years in industrial automation, you will work at our Canal Street facility, collaborating with Controls and Maintenance teams. Expect a 5-day schedule with overtime opportunities and relocation assistance as needed.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of industrial manufacturing experience in design, fabrication, and installation of industrial control systems.
• Experience with ControlLogix/CompactLogix PLCs and PanelView HMIs.
• NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL 508A electrical standards familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance on all machinery and equipment.
• Design, fabricate, and install UL 508A compliant control systems and panels.
• Program PLC/HMI systems and integrate drives and safety relays.
• Collaborate with Controls and Maintenance teams to support production.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or higher in Automation/Industrial Controls

Tools

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

PanelView HMIs

Kinetix servo drives

PowerFlex VFDs

SLC 5/00 & MicroLogix

PanelView Plus 7/PanelView 5000

GuardMaster safety relays

Job description

Join a high-performing maintenance team known for achieving over 98.5% equipment uptime! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel in troubleshooting and maintaining advanced industrial control systems, Palermo’s Pizza has the perfect opportunity for you.What you’ll do…Support our Operations team through hands-on troubleshooting and performing preventative maintenance on all machinery and equipment.Design, fabrication, and installation of controls systems to UL 508A standards including panel building, electrical schematics, equipment BOMs, and PLC/HMI programming.Demonstrate strong electrical knowledge and troubleshooting skills with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs, PanelView HMIs, Kinetix motion controls, and PowerFlex series variable speed drives or variable frequency drives (VFDs).What you'll bring…Associate degree or higher in Automation, Industrial Controls, Electro-mechanical, or similar related degree (BSEE or BSEET preferred).Five-plus years of industrial manufacturing experience in design, fabrication, and installation of industrial control systems including Control- and CompactLogix PLCs, SLC 5/00 and MicroLogix PLCs, PanelView Plus 7 series and PanelView 5000 HMIs, Kinetix servo drives, PowerFlex VFDs, GuardMaster safety relays, IO-Link, and FANUC robotics.Ability to navigate, and understanding of, electrical standards such as NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL 508A.Experience with common fieldbus, communication protocols, and networking technologies such as EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, IO-Link, AS-i, CIP Safety, and managed ethernet switches.Passion for industrial automation with a strong interest in mastering new automation technologies and continuing to grow and develop your skills and knowledge of Industrial Control Systems.Excellent communication skills and a team-player mentality ready to work hard and collaborate with Palermo’s Controls and Maintenance teams.When you’ll work…Our maintenance team members work every other weekend and enjoy a 5-day workweek by scheduling days off on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays. Overtime opportunities are also available for those who want to earn more.Where you’ll work…Position at our **Canal Street **facility.Perks…20 free Pizzas per month (yes, that's right!)$7,000 sign-on bonus!Free uniforms and reimbursement for safety shoes, prescription safety glasses, and toolsFantastic benefits starting on the 1st of the Month after Hire401(k) & Roth with company match, fully vested on the 1st of the Month after HireRelocation assistance availableWho you'll work for…At Palermo’s Pizza, we’re more than a leader in frozen pizza manufacturing—we’re a family with a passion for food and innovation. For over 60 years, we’ve combined authentic Italian craftsmanship with forward-thinking creativity to produce high-quality pizzas enjoyed around the world.Our commitment to excellence drives everything we do, from our state-of-the-art facilities to the dedicated people who make it all happen. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that values hard work, collaboration, and celebrating success (with plenty of pizza along the way)!