Maintenance Controls Technician

Palermo's Pizza; West Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in food manufacturing is seeking a skilled Maintenance Controls Technician to join their high-performing team. This role offers a competitive hourly wage, a generous sign-on bonus, and the chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility. You will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting advanced industrial control systems, ensuring optimal equipment performance. The company values collaboration and innovation, providing a supportive environment where you can grow your skills. If you're passionate about industrial automation and ready for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

20 Free Pizzas per Month

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Free Uniforms

Safety Shoes Reimbursement

401(k) with Company Match

Relocation Assistance

Health Benefits Starting After Hire

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of electrical standards and protocols.
• Ability to design and install control systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Design and install control systems to UL 508A standards.
• Troubleshoot and maintain advanced industrial control systems.

Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

Electrical Knowledge

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Passion for Industrial Automation

Education

Associate Degree in Automation

Bachelor's Degree in Electro-mechanical

Tools

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs

PanelView HMIs

Kinetix Motion Controls

PowerFlex VFDs

FANUC Robotics

Job description

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Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $60.00/hr

Are you an experienced Controls or Industrial Automation Technician ready for an exciting opportunity in food manufacturing?

Join a high-performing maintenance team known for achieving over 98.5% equipment uptime! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel in troubleshooting and maintaining advanced industrial control systems, Palermo’s Pizza has the perfect opportunity for you.

With pay ranging from $45.00 to $60.00 per hour, a $5,000 sign-on bonus, and a $5.00 shift premium for off-shifts, this role is packed with rewards and growth potential.

What You’ll Do…

• Support our Operations team through hands-on troubleshooting and performing preventative maintenance on all machinery and equipment.
• Design, fabrication, and installation of controls systems to UL 508A standards including panel building, electrical schematics, equipment BOMs, and PLC/HMI programming.
• Demonstrate strong electrical knowledge and troubleshooting skills with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs, PanelView HMIs, Kinetix motion controls, and PowerFlex series variable speed drives or variable frequency drives (VFDs).
  
  
  

What You'll Bring…

• Associate degree or higher in Automation, Industrial Controls, Electro-mechanical, or similar related degree (BSEE or BSEET preferred).
• Five-plus years of industrial manufacturing experience in design, fabrication, and installation of industrial control systems including Control- and CompactLogix PLCs, SLC 5/00 and MicroLogix PLCs, PanelView Plus 7 series and PanelView 5000 HMIs, Kinetix servo drives, PowerFlex VFDs, GuardMaster safety relays, IO-Link, and FANUC robotics.
• Ability to navigate, and understanding of, electrical standards such as NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and UL 508A.
• Experience with common fieldbus, communication protocols, and networking technologies such as EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, IO-Link, AS-i, CIP Safety, and managed ethernet switches.
• Passion for industrial automation with a strong interest in mastering new automation technologies and continuing to grow and develop your skills and knowledge of Industrial Control Systems.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-player mentality ready to work hard and collaborate with Palermo’s Controls and Maintenance teams.
  
  
  

When you’ll work…

We Currently Have One Opening On 1st Shift (New West Milwaukee Facility) And One Opening On 2nd Shift (Canal Street Facility)

• 1st Shift: 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• 2nd Shift: 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
  
  
  

Our maintenance team members work every other weekend and enjoy a 5-day workweek by scheduling days off on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays. Overtime opportunities are also available for those who want to earn more.

Where you’ll work…

This is an on-site position with opportunities at both our Canal Street facility and our brand-new, state-of-the-art West Milwaukee facility, opening in July 2025! Until the West Milwaukee facility opens, team members will train and work at the Canal Street location.

Perks…

20 free Pizzas per month (yes, that's right!)

$5,000 sign-on bonus!

Free uniforms and reimbursement for safety shoes, prescription safety glasses, and tools

Fantastic benefits starting on the 1st of the Month after Hire

401(k) & Roth with company match, fully vested on the 1st of the Month after Hire

Relocation assistance available

Who You'll Work For...

At Palermo’s Pizza, we’re more than a leader in frozen pizza manufacturing—we’re a family with a passion for food and innovation. For over 60 years, we’ve combined authentic Italian craftsmanship with forward-thinking creativity to produce high-quality pizzas enjoyed around the world.

Our commitment to excellence drives everything we do, from our state-of-the-art facilities to the dedicated people who make it all happen. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that values hard work, collaboration, and celebrating success (with plenty of pizza along the way)!

How To Join Our Team…

Let us learn a little more about how you'll fit on our team: https://go.cultureindex.com/s/PALEF7E657

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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