Industrial Automation Controls Technician (Allen‑Bradley Systems)

Palermo’s Pizza Manufacturing; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 free pizzas per month

$7,000 sign-on bonus

Uniforms + safety shoes & tools

401(k) & Roth with company match

Job summary

Palermo’s Pizza Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Automation Controls Engineer to keep our highly automated lines running. You will troubleshoot ControlLogix/CompactLogix PLCs, tune Kinetix motion, and develop PLC/HMI code for upgrades.

You’ll design UL 508A‑compliant panels, create electrical schematics and BOMs, and collaborate across shifts to ensure reliability and throughput.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Automation, Industrial Controls, Electro‑mechanical, or related field; BSEE/BSEET preferred.
• 5+ years in industrial manufacturing with ControlLogix/CompactLogix PLCs; SLC 5/00/MicroLogix; PanelView Plus 7/PanelView 5000; Kinetix servo systems; PowerFlex VFDs; GuardMaster safety relays; IO‑Link; and FANUC robotics.

Responsibilities

• Hands‑on troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on production machinery and ancillary equipment.
• Design, fabrication, and installation of control systems to UL 508A standards—panel building, electrical schematics, BOM development, and PLC/HMI programming.
• Advanced electrical diagnostics using Allen‑Bradley components including ControlLogix, PanelView HMIs, Kinetix motion, and PowerFlex drives.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Controls teams; communicate across shifts; document changes for long‑term reliability.

Skills

ControlLogix programming

CompactLogix programming

PanelView HMIs

Kinetix servo systems

PowerFlex drives

FANUC robotics

Industrial networking

Electrical schematics

Safety relays (GuardMaster)

Education

Associate degree or higher in Automation/Industrial Controls

BSEE/BSEET preferred

Tools

PanelView Plus 7

PanelView 5000

SLC 5/00

MicroLogix

EtherNet/IP / DeviceNet / IO-Link / CIP Safety

Job description

Keep world‑class pizza lines running with precisionPalermo’s Pizza sustains more than 98.5% equipment uptime across highly automated production lines. Step into a day where your control systems expertise keeps our operation at peak performance.A day in the lifeMorning: Partner with Operations to triage line calls, diagnose faults on Allen‑Bradley ControlLogix platforms, review PanelView HMI alarms, and tune Kinetix motion profiles. Implement immediate fixes that keep throughput high.Midday: Execute preventative maintenance on electrical and control assets to minimize unplanned downtime—verifying sensors, checking VFD parameters on PowerFlex drives, and auditing safety circuits.Afternoon: Design and build UL 508A‑compliant control panels. Create electrical schematics and equipment BOMs, then develop and commission PLC/HMI code for new or upgraded machinery.Always: Collaborate with Maintenance and fellow Controls teammates, communicate clearly across shifts, and document changes for long‑term reliability.What you will take onHands‑on troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on production machinery and ancillary equipment.Design, fabrication, and installation of control systems to UL 508A standards—panel building, electrical schematics, BOM development, and PLC/HMI programming.Advanced electrical diagnostics using A‑B ControlLogix, PanelView HMIs, Kinetix motion, and PowerFlex variable frequency drives.What you bringAssociate degree or higher in Automation, Industrial Controls, Electro‑mechanical, or related field; BSEE/BSEET preferred.5+ years in industrial manufacturing, including projects with ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLCs; SLC 5/00 and MicroLogix; PanelView Plus 7 and PanelView 5000; Kinetix servo systems; PowerFlex VFDs; GuardMaster safety relays; IO‑Link; and FANUC robotics.Working knowledge of NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL 508A.Experience with EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, IO‑Link, AS‑i, CIP Safety, and managed Ethernet switches.Curiosity for new automation tech and a growth mindset; strong communicator and dependable teammate.Work rhythmEvery other weekend schedule with a consistent 5‑day workweek; typical days off fall on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Overtime is available for those who want it.LocationBased at our Canal Street facility.Perks and benefits20 free pizzas per month$7,000 sign‑on bonusCompany‑provided uniforms plus reimbursement for safety shoes, prescription safety glasses, and toolsExcellent benefits beginning the 1st of the month after hire401(k) & Roth with company match, fully vested on the 1st of the month after hireRelocation assistance availableAbout Palermo’s PizzaFor over 60 years, Palermo’s has blended authentic Italian craftsmanship with inventive spirit to delight pizza lovers worldwide. Join a tight‑knit team that values hard work, collaboration, and celebrating wins—often with a slice in hand.Proficiencies we valuePLC troubleshootingIndustrial/manufacturing engineering fundamentalsGeneral troubleshooting and root‑cause analysisMachine assembly and buildSingle‑ and three‑phase power120/208/240/480 VAC systemsElectrical installationProcess engineering conceptsPLC programmingSCADA exposure/experienceElectrical/electronic systemsHigh‑voltage systemsIndustrial electrical experienceIndustrial electrical systemsReading electrical schematicsEquipment installation and wiringAccess control systems