Industrial Controls & Automation Technician (PLC/Motion)

Freedom Munitions, Llc

Lewiston (ID)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 76,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Freedom Munitions, Llc in Lewiston, ID is seeking an Industrial Controls / Automation Technician to support and upgrade our production equipment. The role focuses on Allen-Bradley PLC programming, PowerFlex drives, and Kinetix servo systems.

You will work on new equipment and upgrades, wire control panels, and troubleshoot directly on the floor. Collaboration with the Electrical Department, maintenance, and engineering helps reduce downtime and enable automation upgrades.

Qualifications

3–4 years of related experience preferred.
2-year degree or technical school graduation.
Hands-on role requiring attention to detail and good judgment.
Access to confidential information must be protected.

Responsibilities

Programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, Micro800).
Building, modifying, and troubleshooting HMI screens (PanelView/FactoryTalk).
Setting up PowerFlex drives and Kinetix servo systems.
Wiring and building control panels and back panels; running field wiring.
Collaborating with Electrical, Maintenance and Engineering to minimize downtime.