Controls/PLC Technician - 3rd Shift (10pm-6:30am)

Socket.dev; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great career-pathing

Professional development

Health insurance

Dental

Life insurance

401k match

Paid time off

Company bonuses

Job summary

LiDestri Foods in Rochester, NY seeks a Controls Technician to join our maintenance team and keep plant equipment in excellent working order. You will troubleshoot electrical systems, PLCs, VFDs, and perform preventative maintenance while supporting safety, quality, and GMP programs.

You will collaborate with Engineering and Master Mechanics on projects, install and upgrade equipment, and help reduce downtime through proactive diagnostics and corrective actions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience in electrical maintenance or related field.
• Experience with 3 phase motors, control wiring, and low voltage sensors.
• Knowledge of safety protocols including Lock-Out Tag-Out, hot work, confined space.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLC/Control Systems, VFDs and related controls.
• Perform preventive maintenance and plant audits for compliance.
• Assist with installation of new equipment and upgrades.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Maintenance on projects.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Team communication

Independent work

Measurement tools

Lockout/Tagout

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AAS Electrical Tech / IBEW Apprentice

Tools

Multimeters

Clamp meters

Megohmmeters

Panelview PLC

Job description

About LiDestri Foods

LiDestri Foods has grown from our roots as a pasta sauce and salsa manufacturer to become an R&D engine, formulating and producing innovative food products for our national and retailer brand partners. A family-run company based in Rochester, NY, LiDestri employs over 1,000 people across three U.S. locations. We have decades-long partnerships with some of the most respected consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies and the most highly inventive retailer brands.

Excellent Pay and Benefits:

• Great career-pathing
• Professional development, including unlimited online training courses
• Health insurance with premium contributions
• Dental, vision, HSA
• 100% company paid life insurance and long-term disability
• 401k – with employer match
• Paid time off to include- vacation, sick pay, wellness time off, and 10 holidays
• Company bonuses
• And many more….

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The primary role of the Controls Technician is to work as a key maintenance team contributor to support company objectives with respect to keeping the plant equipment in excellent working condition. Responsibilities include reducing setup, repair, install, maintain machinery and process equipment including; electrical, special projects, component failures, measuring and calibrating equipment, performing preventative maintenance duties and providing corrective technical support for equipment. The role requires strong electrical and PLC troubleshooting aptitude. The Controls Technician will be actively involved in the support of Safety. Qualityand Good Manufacturing Practices and Preventive Maintenance programs

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshooting PLC/Control Systems, VFD and controls. Support the manufacturing process by conducting plant audits to ensure transactions are being conducted within LFI guidelines. Work with both Production and Warehouse personnel to ensure accurate reporting of both raw materials and finished goods. Supports and completes Preventive and Planned maintenance of electrical equipment including but not limited to; cleaning, inspecting, setup, diagnosing, replacement, testing and continuous improvement. Support the manufacturing process by conducting plant audits to ensure automated system transactions are being conducted within LFI guidelines. Work with both Production and Warehouse personnel to ensure accurate PLC system reporting of both raw materials and finished goods;
• Identifies and reports the need for repairs/major repairs to Maintenance Management. Assist in the diagnoses of electrical malfunctions in machinery, equipment and processes. Inspect visually and listen to machines, equipment and processes to locate causes of malfunctions. Assist with the installation of new equipment and enhancing equipment through continuous improvements and upgrades. Yearly plant shut-down maintenance work required;
• Work within the maintenance team to accurately communicate/document events so that others have the most effective information to solve problems. Effectively communicate with other departments in a professional manner at all times to communicate on equipment and repair status. Work closely with Engineering, Maintenance Managers and Master Mechanics on projects and continuous improvement. Crossover with previous shifts maintenance and production employees to review the schedule and current runs, identifying what needs repair and plan product changeovers;
• Completes all task while strictly adhering to all required industry guidelines but not limited to; Plant Safety, Food Safety, SQF and all internal/external audits;
• Report food safety & quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED required;
• 3 – 5 years’ experience or AAS Electrical Tech / IBEW Apprentice;
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment including 3 phase motors, control wiring, 24VDC, 120VAC, 208/220VAC, 480VAC;
• Experience with Controls for Conveyor Systems and Power Transmissions, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Pumps and Valves;
• Experience with Temperature controls and PID loops;
• Experience with calibration of RTD, Thermocouple and other low voltage sensors;
• Knowledge of and ability to comprehend and troubleshoot production machinery (i.e. Fillers, Rinsers, Cappers, Case Packers, Case Formers, Coolers and Pasteurizers);
• Familiarity with Lock-Out Tag-Out Authorized, Hot Work, Confined Space and HECP Training;
• Able to read and interpret electrical schematics;
• Able to communicate in a professional manner;
• Able to use a variety of measuring tools and test equipment;
• Able to work independently, with limited supervision;
• Ability to work with numbers, perform calculations and demonstrable mechanical inclination;
• Knowledge of Drill Press, Chop Saw, Port-a-Band, Sawzall and other maintenance tools preferred.
• Knowledge or experience with Multi-Meters, clamp-on current meters, megohmmeters, PLC troubleshooting via Laptop, Panelview;
• Food Manufacturing Experience a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The temperature in work areas varies;
• Constant exposure to excessive noises;
• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel and crouch, climb stairs and ladders;
• Occasionally lifting and carrying items <50lbs and carrying objects <10lbs. Pushing and pulling objects <30lbs;
• Use of finger dexterity to handle or feel objects and tools, reaching and grasping;
• Regularly works with moving parts, vibration and electrical current.

DISCLAIMER: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not an inclusive summary of job duties and responsibilities. The omission of specific statements of duties or responsibilities does not exclude them from the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.