Controls Technician Level 4 — Hands-On PLC & HMI Lead

Michigan Turkey Producers; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Turkey Producers is seeking an experienced maintenance electrician for their Wyoming, MI facility. The role focuses on maintaining plant equipment, designing control systems, and improving electrical infrastructure in a food-processing environment.

The candidate will work under the Maintenance Manager and collaborate with the Plant Engineer to meet safety and production goals. Travel is minimal; on-site work in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• PLC and HMI programming experience (RSLogix 500/5000, FT View ME/SE).
• Electrical troubleshooting with PLC and VFD experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Licensed Electrician or in the process of acquiring license is a plus.
• TIG welds stainless steel to “food grade” standards, a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on plant equipment.
• Design, develop, and supervise electrical control systems for machinery.
• Work with Plant Engineer and Maintenance to plan goals.
• Assist Project Coordinator in cost savings solutions.
• Provide PLC programming and troubleshooting support.
• Develop and maintain HMI systems and controls documentation.
• Assist with SOP documentation and equipment wiring.
• Support Refrigeration Specialists as required.
• Participate in HAZMAT.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Electrical troubleshooting

AutoCAD Electrical

Welding (TIG) food-grade

Licensed Electrician

Education

Electrician license (or in progress)

Tools

RSLogix 500/5000

FactoryTalk View ME/SE

PanelView

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Michigan Turkey Producers is seeking an experienced maintenance electrician for their Wyoming, MI facility. The role focuses on maintaining plant equipment, designing control systems, and improving electrical infrastructure in a food-processing environment.

The candidate will work under the Maintenance Manager and collaborate with the Plant Engineer to meet safety and production goals. Travel is minimal; on-site work in a fast-paced facility.