Industrial Controls Technician

通用磨坊股份有限公司; Hannibal (MO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$37.50/hour starting pay

$39.25/hour after training

$1/hour shift differential for 2nd/3rd

Up to 120 hours vacation annually

11 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, life insurance

Career growth & cross-training

Job summary

General Mills Manufacturing is seeking an Industrial Controls Technician at our Hannibal site. The role focuses on supporting, troubleshooting, and improving processing/packaging control systems such as Wonderware, ArchestrA, PLCs, and related equipment.

The position offers a starting pay of $37.50 per hour with a $1/hour shift premium for 2nd/3rd shifts and requires the ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift on a rotating basis.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years experience in Controls Programming / Industrial Controls Technology.
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, process instrumentation, and electrical safety.
• Ability to read schematics and train others.

Responsibilities

• Support, integrate, troubleshoot and improve processing/packaging controls systems.
• Read/update electrical schematics and PID diagrams.
• Provide technical support for equipment troubleshooting and modifications.
• Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement.

Skills

English communication

Rotating shifts

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

PLC

HMI

Electrical safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Wonderware

ArchestrA Systems

PLC

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

POSITION OVERVIEW

• Industrial Controls Technician

• Starting Pay: $37.50 per hour

• $1/houradditionalshift differentialpay(2nd shift & 3rd shift)

• 8-hour shifts schedule

Why Join Our Team

At our Hannibal manufacturing site we produce Progresso soup, Old El Paso hard shells, tortillas, kits, and seasonings, as well as Nature Valley bars. We make enough soup each year to serve every person in the world one bowl. Employees enjoy strong career growth opportunities, with many leaders having advanced from within the plant, and the site’s size creates opportunities to explore different product lines and build new skills. Hannibal also offers an on-site fitness center and coach, an on-site credit union, and a culture employees value for its family-friendly events, including a company picnic and annual softball tournament.

WhatWe Have to Offer

• $37.50/hour starting pay

• $39.25 per hour after completionof required training (Tech 2)

• $1/houradditionalpay for 2nd shift& 3rd shift

• Up to 120 hours (15 days) vacation annually (depending on schedule)

• 11 paid company holidays

• 401(k) with company match

• Medical, dental, life insurance

• Career growth and cross-training opportunities

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

• 8-hour shifts

• 2nd Shift: 2 pm to 10:30 pm

• 3rd Shift: 10 pm to 6:30 am

• Currently hiring for 2nd and/or 3rd shift (shift is dependent upon business need) Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed

• Plantoperates24 hours/day, 7 days/week.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

As part of our manufacturing team, you will:

• Supporting, creating, integration, troubleshooting and improving a variety of processing/packaging controls systems including Wonderware, ArchestrA Systems, PLC
• Reading and updating electrical and control schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams
• Providing technical support/skills for equipment troubleshooting and controls/equipment modifications
• Understanding, initiating, and participating in Root Cause Analysis (Why, Why)
• Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performance
• Assist in training new employees
• Assistother plant areas as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED

• 2 + years (minimum) experience in Controls Programming and Industrial Controls Technology or equivalent education in a related field/industry

• Knowledge and practical application with the following technology areas: PLC’s, HMI’s, process instrumentation, machine control systems, VFD’s, servo drives, robotics, power distribution (<600V), control system networking, and electrical safety

• Working knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems

• Ability to work rotating 8-hour shifts

• Mustpossessthe ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others in the workplaceregardingwork matters (our business isgenerally conductedin English)

• Ability tolift upto 50lbs

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periods

• Willingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditions

• Ability to climb and/or work at heights whileutilizingstairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms

• Ability to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standards

• Ability to wear such as protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment -PPE) such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard/bump cap, hair/beard net,gloves,and face masks (whenrequired)

• Ability to work around high-speed machinery and foodallergens

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment preferred
  

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)**

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

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