Entry-Level Industrial Automation Technician

empirical foods, inc.; South Sioux City (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

empirical foods, inc. seeks a Systems Technician to support industrial automation and controls across the facility. You will work with PLCs, electronic systems, and industrial networks, gaining hands-on experience while collaborating with seasoned systems specialists in a manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and collaboration with engineering teams on tests and pilot runs for new products and processes, with a focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Blueprints, schematics, and electrical code reading.
• Foundational knowledge of PLCs and control systems.
• Basic understanding of electronic principles and troubleshooting.
• General computer knowledge.
• Familiarity with electrical testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and maintain PLC and motion control systems.
• Troubleshoot industrial electronic equipment with supervision.
• Maintain hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Install communication and power cables and wiring.
• Assemble and disassemble equipment following procedures.
• Respond to alarms and monitor control logic and wiring.
• Support R&D testing, wiring, and pilot runs.
• Assist with production start-up and shutdown activities.

Skills

Blueprints reading

Electronic principles

PLCs & control systems

Computer literacy

Electrical testing equipment

Education

Vocational/technical training in automation or electrical

Job description

empirical foods, inc. seeks a Systems Technician to support industrial automation and controls across the facility. You will work with PLCs, electronic systems, and industrial networks, gaining hands-on experience while collaborating with seasoned systems specialists in a manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and collaboration with engineering teams on tests and pilot runs for new products and processes, with a focus on safety and reliability.