Maintenance Controls Technician

Freshpet; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Freshpet is hiring a Maintenance Controls Technician for the night shift. The role focuses on installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical and computer-based control systems on the production line to ensure smooth operation.

You will work with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and automation components to optimize processes. The position requires reading electrical diagrams, familiarity with Rockwell software, and strong problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets electrical wiring diagrams and safety rules.
• Experience with PLC/SCADA or HMI-based control systems preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills in electrical controls.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical and computer-based control systems on the production line.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and other automation components.
• Ensure compliance with safety codes and Lockout/Tagout procedures.

Skills

Electrical diagrams reading

PLC/HMI knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Technical Degree in Electronics/Industrial/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation software

Multimeters

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Maintenance Controls Technician – Night Shift

The hourly base rate for this position is $43.40 + $3.00 shift differential

We work a 12-hour shift with a 2,2,3 shift schedule. Great work/life balance!

Who We Are

At Freshpet, our goal is to change the way people nourish their pets forever. We strive to strengthen the bond between people and our pets so that we both live longer, healthier, and happier lives while being kind to the planet. We believe that if we can create fresh, real foods that pets love and help them live healthier lives, their pet parents will also enjoy the many benefits of a rich life shared with a pet. IT’S AMAZING WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHEN YOU START COMPLETELY FRESH!

What You Will Do

The Controls Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the electrical and computer-based control systems that operate machinery on the production line, ensuring smooth operation by identifying and resolving issues with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and other automation components, often working closely with maintenance and production staff to optimize production processes.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Responsible for the commissioning, diagnosis, calibration, maintenance, and repair of environmental-control systems and processes, utilizing knowledge of electronics, direct digital control (DDC), airflow, hydronics, refrigeration theory, pH sensors, flow meters, electrical meters, and system control techniques
• Work with the Maintenance, Controls Engineer, Plant Engineer, and the Facility Engineer to keep all control systems, mechanical and electromechanical field devices operating according to the basis of design
• Assist maintenance techs troubleshoot electrical controls related process issues
• Adhere to national electrical codes, NFPA 70E standards, and strict Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) safety procedures.
• Use Rockwell Automation software, multimeters, and diagnostics to find and fix electrical or control failures.

What You Will Bring

Required

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate or Technical Degree, Certification in Electronics, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing, Logic, HVAC preferred
• Ability to read and understand electrical wiring diagrams
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

Physical Demands

• Rarely performs sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Frequently performs light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Occasionally performs work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds.

Team members must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without reasonable accommodation.

Environment Conditions

The work environments characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently works in a noisy and low temperature environment
• Occasionally works in small and/or enclosed spaces.
• Rarely works in high temperatures, hazardous and adverse environmental conditions

What We Offer

At Freshpet, we offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, basic and optional life insurance, short- and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan with company match, paid parental leave, pet insurance, tuition assistance, a generous PTO plan and so much more!

Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce:

Freshpet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”).

Disclaimers

Freshpet is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Freshpet via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Freshpet. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Freshpet because of the referral or through other means.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we cannot sponsor visas.