Controls Technician – PLCs & Automation (Night Shift)

Nestle SA; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 82,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé USA is seeking an E&C Technician to maintain electrical and automation systems across the Jonesboro plant. You will troubleshoot, perform preventive maintenance, and contribute to upgrades that boost equipment performance and cut downtime, collaborating with mechanics, operators, and engineers.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement with a 2-2-3 schedule and a pay rate of $39.47/hr plus a $1.50 night differential; Nestlé offers a broad benefits package and

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of industrial electrical and automation experience.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Associate degree in industrial electrical technology or E&I journeyman certification preferred.
• Ability to read and understand English for safety procedures, work instructions, and documenting maintenance activities clearly.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs and work in loud, confined spaces; off-shift work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical and automation systems
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, controls, and automation issues, including PLCs, networks, drives, and safety devices
• Support equipment improvements through control changes and system upgrades
• Assist mechanics and operators with diagnosing control-related problems
• Write, modify, and maintain moderate to complex control programs
• Maintain system backups and up-to-date electrical schematics and documentation
• Participate in planned shutdowns, electrical distribution work, and capital or major maintenance projects
• Follow all safety, quality, food safety, and environmental requirements always

Skills

Electrical distribution

PLCs

VFDs

MCCs

Servo systems

Safety relays

Control panels

Allen-Bradley

Industrial networks

Schematics reading

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in industrial electrical technology

E&I journeyman certification

GED

Tools

Allen-Bradley hardware/software

Job description

Nestlé USA is seeking an E&C Technician to maintain electrical and automation systems across the Jonesboro plant. You will troubleshoot, perform preventive maintenance, and contribute to upgrades that boost equipment performance and cut downtime, collaborating with mechanics, operators, and engineers.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement with a 2-2-3 schedule and a pay rate of $39.47/hr plus a $1.50 night differential; Nestlé offers a broad benefits package and