Controls & Automation Technician - 3rd Shift, Bonus Eligible

Jobot; Lathrop (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) match

PTO & paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

On-demand pay

Referral program

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Controls & Automation Technician for the 3rd shift in Lathrop, CA. The role focuses on PLC/HMI/VFD systems, robotics, and electrical troubleshooting within a fast-growing food and beverage manufacturing environment.

You'll troubleshoot, program Allen-Bradley systems, support upgrades, and ensure safety and FDA-compliant operations. Benefits include quarterly bonuses, comprehensive medical/dental/vision, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years in industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting; Allen-Bradley preferred.
• Experience with instrumentation, electrical schematics, and motion control.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems and automated equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting HMIs, VFDs, robotics, sensors, and related controls equipment.
• Ability to support automation upgrades, commissioning, and continuous improvement.
• Strong safety focus and commitment to following applicable safety and FDA standards.
• Bonus: Experience with Beckhoff, Fanuc, or vision systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and robotic systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical wiring, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Troubleshoot and interpret electrical schematics.
• Support automation upgrades, equipment commissioning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform PLC programming and troubleshooting, with an emphasis on Allen-Bradley systems.
• Support motion-control applications and automated production equipment.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation and records.
• Ensure automation and electrical systems comply with safety and FDA standards.
• Help maintain reliable, efficient production operations.
• Collaborate with team members to diagnose equipment issues and implement effective solutions.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting robotics

Allen-Bradley

Industrial automation

Electrical wiring

Tools

Beckhoff

Fanuc

Vision systems

Job description

Jobot seeks a Controls & Automation Technician for the 3rd shift in Lathrop, CA. The role focuses on PLC/HMI/VFD systems, robotics, and electrical troubleshooting within a fast-growing food and beverage manufacturing environment.

You'll troubleshoot, program Allen-Bradley systems, support upgrades, and ensure safety and FDA-compliant operations. Benefits include quarterly bonuses, comprehensive medical/dental/vision, and 401(k) matching.