Controls Technician II - Tech1st Shift 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

LiDestri Foods; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with premium contributions

Professional development opportunities

Paid time off including vacation and sick leave

Company bonuses

Job summary

LiDestri Foods in Fresno, California, is seeking a key maintenance team contributor to keep plant equipment in excellent working condition. You will play a vital role in supporting safety, quality, and preventive maintenance programs.

The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in electrical controls, focusing on troubleshooting PLC systems, and be able to work independently with limited supervision. A range of excellent benefits is provided, including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with electrical controls heavily focused on PLC troubleshooting.
• Experience with various manufacturing equipment and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide troubleshooting support for PLC/control systems.
• Conduct plant audits to ensure compliance with LFI guidelines.
• Assist in diagnosing electrical malfunctions in machinery.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Electrical controls

3 phase motors

Control wiring

Temperature controls

Ability to communicate professionally

Education

Associates degree in electrical controls

Tools

AutoCAD

Multi-meters

Clamp-on current meters

Job description

About LiDestri Foods

LiDestri Food and Drink 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
• 401(k) – with employer match
• Paid time off to include vacation, sick pay, wellness time off, and 10 holidays
• Company bonuses
• And many more…

Position Summary

Key maintenance team contributor that supports company objectives by keeping the plant equipment in excellent working condition. This position is actively involved in the support of Safety, Quality and Good Manufacturing Practices and Preventive Maintenance programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting PLC/Control Systems, VFD and controls; implement hardware and software upgrades on equipment, automated systems and in the facilities.
• Support the manufacturing process by conducting plant audits to ensure automated system transactions are being conducted within LFI guidelines.
• Supports and completes Preventive and Planned maintenance of electrical equipment including but not limited to cleaning, inspecting, setup, diagnosing, replacement, testing and continuous improvement.
• 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.
• Assist with the installation of new equipment and enhancing equipment through continuous improvements and upgrades, including 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. Crossover with previous shifts maintenance and production employees to review the schedule and current runs, identifying what needs repair and plan product change overs.
• Work closely with Engineering, Maintenance Managers and Master Mechanics on projects and continuous improvement; Works with Corporate Engineering and Maintenance to ensure all records are accurate and up to date. Follows all corporate specifications for controls and electrical installations.
• Willing to travel to other LiDestri sites for controls support when requested.
• Completes all tasks 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

• Associates degree in electrical controls preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience with electrical controls with a heavy focus on PLC troubleshooting.
• Experience working with manufacturing equipment including 3 phase motors, control wiring, 24 VDC, 120 VAC, 208/220 VAC, 480 VAC.
• 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 and use a variety of measuring tools and test equipment.
• Ability to update drawings using AutoCAD.
• Able to communicate in a professional manner.
• Able to work independently, with limited supervision.
• Ability to work with numbers, perform calculations and demonstrate 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

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to long periods of standing/moving, working around moving mechanical parts/conveyors, loud environment, hot/cold, wet/dry conditions, lifting/carrying, frequent reaching/pulling/climbing stairs/stooping/kneeling/bending.

Disclaimer

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and are 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.