Controls Technician

General Mills; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health Insurance

Vacation 15 days

11 paid holidays

Job summary

General Mills in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Controls Technician to support production and processing operations, troubleshoot controls, and participate in startup, changeover, and shutdown of equipment.

The role requires an Associate's degree or equivalent plus 3 years of related experience; licensing as an industrial electrician is preferred. The site offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent plus 3 years of related experience.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and wire components.
• Experience in installing, wiring and maintaining relays, sensors, motors, VFDs and PLC I/O modules.
• Familiarity with electrical codes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Support production and processing operations.
• Assist in startup, changeover and shutdown of operating equipment.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot and modify electrical components and controls.
• Develop plans with Controls Engineers for plant projects and problems.
• Maintain proper documentation of work performed.

Skills

Electrical theory

Reading electrical drawings

Troubleshooting

Mechanical knowledge

Calibration

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

RSLogix 5000/500/5

RSLinx

RSNetworx

Mass Autosave

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEWWe exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.POSITION OVERVIEWControls Technician – Milwaukee, WIStarting Pay: $43.82 per hour (up to $45.22 per hour with pay for skill program)Currently hiring for 2nd shiftAbility and willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidaysWhy Join Our TeamOur Milwaukee manufacturing site is located in a big city, with big city amenities, but with a lower cost than most. Our site was originally owned by the Gardetto family, who created Gardetto’s by using any broken breadsticks leftover in their plant combined with seasonings! Employees value our employee appreciation events, family events, and all employee sporting events and watch events. We have the Chex Club that puts on events once a month for employees. At General Mills, we encourage growth for our employees, and our site offers many opportunities for job growth. Our products include Gardettos, Bugles, Chex Mix, and Muddy Buddys.What We Have to Offer$43.82 per hour starting payPay for skill program for higher pay rates up to $45.22 per hour15 days (120 hours) of vacation annually11 paid company holidays401(k) with company matchHealth Insurance includes medical, dental, and lifeGreat paid time off benefits and much more!Your Work Schedule and Shift InformationCurrently hiring for 2nd shiftMust be willing to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as neededPlant operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIESAs part of our manufacturing team, you will:Support production and processing operationsSupport sanitation operationsParticipate in startup, changeover, and shutdown of operating equipmentCreate high-quality foods that are eaten EVERYDAY, NATIONWIDEUse TECHNOLOGY in an industry-leading facilityWork with HIGH-LEVEL operators on EXPERIENCED teams that are looking to pass down their knowledge to workers WILLING TO LEARN and get paid doing itCHALLENGE yourself to get the JOB DONE RIGHT and gain skills to take with you to your next opportunityApply electrical, electronic theory, and mechanical knowledge to build, repair, calibrate, troubleshoot, and modify electrical components, circuitry, and controls.Troubleshoot current systems and design and implement system improvements and project work.Serve as a key control systems resource for the shift.Execute controls related work orders generated by operators, mechanics, and engineers.Work with Controls Engineers to develop plans and priorities for plant controls projects and problems.Develop working knowledge, including specification, design, troubleshooting, and programming of:PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, Wonderware, AB PanelView, servos, and sensorsProcess PID loops and instrumentationControls related networks, DeviceNet, ControlNet, servers, InSql, and InCuity.Emergency Stop Systems and ClassificationsAC/DC motors and motor control circuitsPneumatic and Hydraulic systemsInstrument/equipment calibrationComplete necessary training to upgrade skills pertaining to effective maintenance of equipment and systems.Play an active role applying GMI control system design standards.Be responsible for proper documentation of work performed.Perform training to plant & maintenance personnel.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAssociate's degree or equivalent plus 3 years of related experienceAbility to perform at a Basic Mechanic levelKnowledge of electric theory and ability to perform electrical calculationsProficient in reading electrical drawings, identifying components, and wiring.Ability to troubleshoot using electrical instruments and circuit knowledge.Ability to install, wire, and maintain relays, photo-eyes, limit switches, proximity switches, solenoid valves, motors, starters, VFDs, PLC I/O modules, analog control devices, safety circuits, etc.Ability to install and maintain metal detectors, checkweighers, date coders, and case coders.Basic skills in using RSLogix 5000, 500, 5, RSLinx, Mass Autosave, RSNetworx, and RSLinx.Ability to use the National Electrical Code, NFPA 79, NFPA 70E, supporting codes, and General Mills Standards to perform work in a quality manner.Ability to lift up to 50 lbsAbility to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, and twisting over surfacesAbility to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platformsAbility to wear protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment - PPE) such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, a hair/beard net, and gloves (when required)Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environmentAbility to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditionsWilling to work around industrial high-speed moving machineryAbility to work with allergens that might be present in a food environmentPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSLicensed industrial electrician (required within 2 years of start date)ELIGIBILITYApplicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.Check out why General Mills Manufacturing is a great place to grow a career: