Lead PLC & Electro-Mechanical Technician

Westlake Chemical; Leola (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake is seeking a facility PLC Technician to perform programming, installation, troubleshooting, and repairs on PLCs across our manufacturing equipment.

You will maintain electrical systems, design control circuits, and troubleshoot motor drives while ensuring safety and compliance with plant policies.

Associate degree in Electronics and 3+ years experience preferred; strong diagnostic skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced plant environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Electronics or equivalent with 3+ years practical electronics experience.
• Ability to install, program, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs.
• Experience with control circuits and electrical assemblies.

Responsibilities

• Perform PLC programming, installation, troubleshooting, and repair on manufacturing equipment.
• Proactively maintain plant electrical systems and electrical diagnostics.
• Design and assemble control circuits and cabinets with user interfaces.
• Analyze machinery for PLC automation opportunities and implement solutions.
• Troubleshoot motor drives and specify appropriate components.
• Maintain plant switchgear and electrical infrastructure.
• Document work, log maintenance activities, and escalate when needed.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Control circuits design

Motor drives troubleshooting

Electrical diagnostics

Education

Associate's degree in Electronics or equivalent training

Job description

Westlake is seeking a facility PLC Technician to perform programming, installation, troubleshooting, and repairs on PLCs across our manufacturing equipment.

You will maintain electrical systems, design control circuits, and troubleshoot motor drives while ensuring safety and compliance with plant policies.

Associate degree in Electronics and 3+ years experience preferred; strong diagnostic skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced plant environment.