Controls Technician (3rd Shift) in Milwaukee

Energy Jobline ZR; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 128,943,000 - 171,924,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 free Pizzas per month

$7,000 sign-on bonus

Free uniforms

Safety shoe allowance

Tools reimbursement

401(k) & Roth with company match

Relocation assistance available

Job summary

Palermo’s Pizza is seeking an experienced Controls Technician for 3rd shift to support a high-performing maintenance team in Milwaukee, WI. The role focuses on troubleshooting and maintaining advanced control systems and performing panel building, schematics, BOMs, and PLC/HMI programming.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in automation, knowledge of AB ControlLogix and PanelView, and strong electrical standards (NFPA 70/79, UL 508A).

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Automation, Industrial Controls, Electro-mechanical, or similar.
• Five+ years in industrial manufacturing design/installation of control systems.
• Experience with ControlLogix/CompactLogix, PanelView, Kinetix, PowerFlex, and safety relays.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL 508A electrical standards.
• Familiarity with EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, IO-Link, CIP Safety, and managed ethernet switches.
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration with controls/maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance on all machinery and equipment.
• Design, fabricate and install controls systems to UL 508A standards, including panel building and PLC/HMI programming.
• Apply electrical knowledge to AB PLCs/HMIs, motion controls, and VFDs; collaborate with teams.

Skills

Industrial automation

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

HMI programming

Education

Associate degree or higher in Automation/Industrial Controls

BSEE or BSEET (preferred)

Tools

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

PanelView HMIs

Kinetix motion controls

PowerFlex drives

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionControls Technician (3rd Shift)

Palermo Villa, Inc. 3301 W Canal St Milwaukee, WI 53208, USA

Are you an experienced Controls or Industrial Automation Technician ready for an exciting opportunity in food manufacturing?

Join a high-performing maintenance team known for achieving over98.5%equipment uptime! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel in troubleshooting and maintaining advanced industrial control systems, Palermo’s Pizza has the perfect opportunity for you.

With pay ranging from $45.00 to $60.00 per hour, a$7,000 sign-on bonus, and a $5.00 shift premium for off-shifts, this role is packed with rewards and growth potential.

What you’ll do…

• Support our Operations team through hands-on troubleshooting and performing preventative maintenance on all machinery and equipment.
• Design, fabrication, and installation of controls systems to UL 508A standards including panel building, electrical schematics, equipment BOMs, and PLC/HMI programming.
• Demonstrate strong electrical knowledge and troubleshooting skills with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs, PanelView HMIs, Kinetix motion controls, and PowerFlex series variable speed drives or variable frequency drives (VFDs).

What you'll bring…

• Associate degree or higher in Automation, Industrial Controls, Electro-mechanical, or similar related degree (BSEE or BSEET ).
• Five-plus years of industrial manufacturing experience in design, fabrication, and installation of industrial control systems including Control- and CompactLogix PLCs, SLC 5/00 and MicroLogix PLCs, PanelView Plus 7 series and PanelView 5000 HMIs, Kinetix servo drives, PowerFlex VFDs, GuardMaster safety relays, IO-Link, and FANUC robotics.
• Ability to navigate, and understanding of, electrical standards such as NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL 508A.
• Experience with common fieldbus, communication protocols, and networking technologies such as EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, IO-Link, AS-i, CIP Safety, and managed ethernet switches.
• Passion for industrial automation with a strong interest in mastering new automation technologies and continuing to grow and develop your skills and knowledge of Industrial Control Systems.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-player mentality ready to work hard and collaborate with Palermo’s Controls and Maintenance teams.

When you’ll work…

We currently have an opening on 3rd shift - 10:00pm-6:30am

Our maintenance team members work every other weekend and enjoy a 5-day workweek by scheduling days off on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays. Overtime opportunities are also available for those who want to earn more.

Where you’ll work…

This is an on-site, 3rd shift position at ourCanal Streetfacility.

Perks…

• 20 free Pizzas per month (yes, that's right!)
• $7,000 sign-on bonus!
• Free uniforms and reimbursement for safety shoes, prescription safety glasses, and tools
• Fantastic benefits starting on the 1st of the Month after Hire
• 401(k) & Roth with company match, fully vested on the 1st of the Month after Hire
• Relocation assistance available

Who you'll work for...

At Palermo’s Pizza, we’re more than a leader in frozen pizza manufacturing—we’re a family with a passion for food and innovation. For over 60 years, we’ve combined authentic Italian craftsmanship with forward-thinking creativity to produce high-quality pizzas enjoyed around the world.

Our commitment to excellence drives everything we do, from our state-of-the-art facilities to the dedicated people who make it all happen. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that values hard work, collaboration, and celebrating success (with plenty of pizza along the way)!