Controls & Automation Technician

Norsk Hydro; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Parental Leave

Job summary

Hydro Extrusions in New York area is seeking a PLC Programmer to design, install, program, and troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems. You will work on industrial equipment, integrating PLCs with HMIs, sensors, and actuators, and support reliability initiatives.

We require 3–5 years of hands-on PLC experience, with ladder logic and Allen-Bradley Logix/Studio 5000 expertise. The role requires shift coverage for a 3rd shift schedule, with some cross-training for mechanical technicians.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on professional experience independently programming, troubleshooting and supporting PLC-controlled equipment.
• Ability to modify, troubleshoot, and validate PLC ladder logic for equipment enhancements and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform intermediate programming and safety configuration of PLC-controlled systems.
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC logic using ladder logic and function block.
• Install, program, and troubleshoot PLC systems in industrial environments with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled systems and related components.
• Integrate PLCs with HMIs, sensors, and actuators.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on system upgrades and improvements.
• Train junior technicians and provide technical support.
• Use predictive measures to improve equipment reliability via CRI initiatives.
• Support continuous reliability improvement standards and practices.
• Occasionally assist mechanical technicians (~30% of time).
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and restore operations quickly.

Skills

PLC Programming

Ladder Logic

Allen-Bradley Logix/Studio 5000

HMI (FactoryTalk View)

Ethernet/IP

Education

3-5 years PLC experience

Job description

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with a focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

Job description:

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Starting Rate of Pay: $39/hr-$46/hr

+$1.50 for night shift differential.

Shifts Available and Hours: 3rd Shift, Monday-Friday

11:00PM - 7:00AM

What you will be doing

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Perform intermediate programming and safety configuration of PLC-controlled systems.
• Independently develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC logic using standard programming languages (e.g., ladder logic and function block).
• Independently perform installation, programming, and troubleshooting of PLC systems in industrial environments with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled systems and related components.
• Integrate PLCs with HMIs, sensors, and actuators.
• Collaborate with engineering teams on system upgrades and improvements.
• Train junior technicians and provide technical support.
• Utilize predictive measures to enhance equipment reliability through Continuous Reliability Improvement (CRI) initiatives.
• Implement and support continuous reliability improvement standards and practices.
• This position is a multi-craft role and will be required to support mechanical technicians as needed, approximately 30% of the time in role.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and other suddenly developed conditions requiring immediate action to restore operations.

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

• 3-5 years of hands-on professional experience independently programming, troubleshooting and supporting PLC-controlled equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to independently modify, troubleshoot, and validate PLC ladder logic to support equipment enhancements, process improvements, and operational reliability.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• Experience in Ladder logic programming in Allen Bradley Logix/Studio 5000 Software.
• Proficient in programming User defined Tags, Add-on instructions, and Structured text programming.
• Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g. Ethernet/IP).
• Experience in editing HMI applications in Factory talk view studio.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at [e-mail]