Controls, Automation & Electrical Technician | 1st Shift

Gehl-Food-; Village of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On demand pay

Quarterly bonuses

Full benefits package

Generous PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

HSA Medical plan

Job summary

Gehl-Food- is hiring a Controls, Automation & Electrical Technician for 1st shift to troubleshoot and maintain PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and robotic systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The role requires 2+ years in industrial automation or electrical systems, with PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley preferred). Opportunities for growth, comprehensive benefits, and on-site work are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems.
• PLC programming/troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred).
• Experience with instrumentation, schematics, and motion control.
• Strong safety focus and teamwork mindset.
• Bonus: Experience with 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

PLC programming

Instrumentation

Motion control

Safety

Teamwork

Beckhoff

Fanuc

Vision systems

Job description

Now Hiring:

Controls, Automation & Electrical Technician | 1st Shift

Schedule:

6:00AM – 6:00PM| Alternative Work Schedule

Pay:

$35.50 (+ based on experience)

Why join our team??

• 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!
• Referral bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement
• 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.

Requirements

What You’ll Need

• 2+ years in industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems.
• PLC programming/troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred).
• Experience with instrumentation, schematics, and motion control.
• Strong safety focus and teamwork mindset.
• Bonus: Experience with Beckhoff, Fanuc, or vision systems.