Electrical Controls Technician

The Campbell's Company; Hanover (York County); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

On-site daycare

Job summary

Campbell's is seeking an Electronic Controls Technician for a 3rd shift position (11:00 PM–7:00 AM, Mon–Fri) to provide electrical and technical support in our bakery facility. The role focuses on troubleshooting PLC and related systems and helping design improvements for continuous bakery performance.

You bring 5+ years in industrial PLC programming and troubleshooting; knowledge of Allen Bradley, VFDs, servos, and motion control is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with industrial PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• 2 years Industrial Electrical Degree (preferred).
• MS Office experience.
• Allen Bradley experience with VFDs, servos, and motion control is a plus.
• All other PLC software experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to maintenance personnel on electrical hardware and software to maintain the plant in operation during breakdowns.
• Locate electrical problem areas and design systems to improve operations of plant machinery.
• Redesign existing electrical systems when components are obsolete.
• Coordinate wiring of electrical equipment and maintain documentation and updates to plant specifications.
• Assist in training plant personnel to ensure they can maintain systems with minimal supervision and downtime.
• Develop new control concepts and designs; manage control system projects.
• Understand and use PLC, HMI, and VFD troubleshooting codes.
• Attend relevant training to stay updated with industry changes.
• Follow GMPs and use PPE per OSHA and food-handling requirements.

Skills

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Education

Industrial Electrical Degree (2 years)

Tools

Allen Bradley

VFDs

Servos

Motion control

MS Office

Job description

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover. Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell’s… Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners). Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting. Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay. If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on‑site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store. Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s. Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually. Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

This is a 3rd shift position, with hours from 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM Mon-Fri

HOW YOU WILL MAKE HISTORY HERE...

TheElectronic Controls Technician provides electrical and technical support to the facility with an emphasis on troubleshooting existing electrical theory, as well as be proficient in programming and troubleshooting PLC and related systems. The controls technician will also be an ongoing part of the design and upgrading of new and existing equipment for continuous bakery improvement.

WHAT YOU WILL DO...

• Provide technical assistance to maintenance personnel on electrical hardware and software to maintain and keep the plant in operation when breakdown occurs.
• Locate electrical/electric problem areas and design systems to improve operations of plant machinery.
• Redesign existing electrical systems when the present components are obsolete and no longer available.
• Coordinate the wiring of electrical equipment and components, maintain documentation to include all back up disks, electrical equipment manuals and updates the plant’s specifications of usable electrical components.
• Assist in the training of plant personnel through empowerment of electrical personnel to ensure they are capable of maintain systems with minimum supervision, downtime, and loss of productivity.
• Develops new control concepts as required. Has responsibility for all control system designs.
• Understands and uses code for troubleshooting Programmable Logic Controller (PLC’s), Human Machine Interface (HMI’s), Variable Frequency Drive (VFD’s) etc.
• Attends classes, seminars, and in-house training as needed to maintain skill level with changes in the industry.
• Follows all applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) for area assigned.
• Maintains and uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with OSHA, food handling before and after equipment inspection and repair activities.
• May perform other duties as required.
• Mandatory overtime may be required.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH..

This role will report to the Controls Engineer.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE... (Must Have

• 5+ years of experience with industrial PLC programming and troubleshooting

IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE... (Nice to Have)

• 2 years Industrial Electrical Degree
• MS Office experience
• Allen Bradley experience with VFD’s Servos, and motion control
• All other PLC software experience helpful
• Willing to learning new processes and skills

Compensation and Benefits

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between $70,900-$97,500.

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Total pay may include other forms of compensation.

In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.

Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.