Controls Technical Specialist I

Nestlé Purina North America; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Company match

Healthcare coverage

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Nestlé Purina North America is hiring a Controls Technical Specialist I in Allentown, PA. In this role, you'll configure and troubleshoot PLCs, maintaining and improving our manufacturing capabilities. Strong experience in electrical and automation environments is required.

We offer a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $97,000 annually, comprehensive performance-based incentives, and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting.
• 1+ years of experience in PLC-based HMI systems in relevant environments.

Responsibilities

• Configure, program, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controls (PLC).
• Perform preventive maintenance for controls.
• Provide programming and electrical support on plant capital projects.

Skills

PLC software troubleshooting

HMI systems

Electrical support

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Associate’s degree in a technical discipline

Job description

Controls Technical Specialist I

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

Just 65 miles from Center City Philadelphia, Allentown is near many major Northeastern U.S. cities, which makes it an ideal location for manufacturing and distributing consumer goods. We utilize thermal processing and high-speed canning to produce varieties of our Friskies®, Beneful® and Pro Plan® brands—product lines that we have carefully produced, packaged, and shipped since 1958. Together, we contribute to Allentown's identity as a busy industrial city, as well as a beautiful rural environment that we are truly proud to call home. That’s why we not only make high quality food for pets but our factory is also doing our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal.

Responsibilities

• Configure, program, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controls (PLC)
• Perform preventive maintenance for controls and organize electrical/control parts inventory
• Provide programming and electrical support on plant capital projects
• Implement control systems software upgrade
• Provides instrumentation, PLC and HMI/SCADA software and hardware support to plant maintenance staff
• Assist with training of maintenance personnel

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 3+ years of applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or PLC-based HMI systems in controls, automation, electrical, or industrial maintenance environments
• OR
• Associate’s degree in a technical discipline
• 1+ years of applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or PLC-based HMI systems in controls, automation, electrical, or industrial maintenance environments

The approximate pay range for this position is $70,000 to $97,000 per year. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Benefits and Incentives

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

EEO Statement

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [e-mail] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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