Entry-Level PLC & Process Control Trainee

Lactalis USA; Town of Belmont (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Lactalis American Group in Belmont, WI is hiring a E-Tech/PLC/Process Control Trainee to transition IT professionals into industrial automation. The role combines computer troubleshooting with PLC/HMI development, robotics and process control, under senior supervision, with hands-on training.

You will support automated manufacturing systems, participate in system testing and upgrades, and advance toward roles like Controls Engineer or Maintenance Leader as skills grow.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Automation Technology or a related technical field.
• Strong computer troubleshooting skills.
• Basic understanding of networking concepts.
• Experience supporting hardware, software, servers, workstations, or network infrastructure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Willingness to work in a manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to programming concepts preferred.
• Experience with databases, networking, or system administration preferred.
• Interest in automation, robotics, manufacturing technology, or industrial controls preferred.
• Experience troubleshooting technical systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn to troubleshoot and support automated control systems throughout the facility.
• Develop PLC programming skills under guidance of experienced personnel.
• Learn to support and maintain HMI systems and industrial computers.
• Gain experience with industrial communication networks and control system integration.
• Participate in automation projects and equipment upgrades.
• Learn process control concepts and industrial instrumentation.
• Assist with troubleshooting automation and process control issues.
• Support maintenance and production teams in resolving equipment-related problems.
• Work with experienced programmers on PLC modifications and enhancements.
• Participate in system testing, commissioning and startup activities.
• Help maintain automation documentation and program backups.
• Conduct daily reviews of system performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with calibration and troubleshooting of sensors and instrumentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.
• Participate in on-call support as skills and training progress.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Networking basics

Hardware software support

Analytical problem solving

Rapid learner

Manufacturing environment

Programming concepts

Databases / system administration

Automation interest

Industrial controls

Education

Diploma or Degree in IT / CS / Automation Technology

Job description

Lactalis American Group in Belmont, WI is hiring a E-Tech/PLC/Process Control Trainee to transition IT professionals into industrial automation. The role combines computer troubleshooting with PLC/HMI development, robotics and process control, under senior supervision, with hands-on training.

You will support automated manufacturing systems, participate in system testing and upgrades, and advance toward roles like Controls Engineer or Maintenance Leader as skills grow.