Maintenance Technician

Leoforce; Arcadia (FL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Health insurance

Paid time off

Cross-training opportunities

Job security at a long-standing firm

Job summary

Leoforce in Arcadia, FL seeks a Controls Maintenance Technician with hands-on machine maintenance and PLC programming experience. The role offers clear paths toward leadership or engineering roles, with a team-focused environment and strong training opportunities.

The candidate will design, troubleshoot, and optimize control systems, work with SCADA, and collaborate with engineering to advance production efficiency and quality across multiple lines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years PLC programming and machine maintenance in manufacturing.
• Experience with Omron PLCs (legacy models a plus).
• Proficient in SCADA and industrial control concepts.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems to improve efficiency and quality of manufacturing processes.
• Perform regular machine maintenance and troubleshoot equipment to minimize downtime.
• Apply knowledge of tile manufacturing to optimize production and meet quality standards.
• Utilize SCADA systems for control and process optimization.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to integrate new systems and technologies.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including diagrams and manuals.
• Provide training and technical support to production staff.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

Industrial control

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Omron PLCs

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $72,500 - $85,000 per year

Job Details

We are seeking a Controls Maintenance Technician to join our manufacturing team. This position is perfect for someone who has some programming experience and works hands on with machine maintenance. Someone with goals of either progressing to a leadership role, or into engineering, would find this a great next step.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems to enhance efficiency, quality, and performance of our manufacturing processes.
• Perform regular machine maintenance to ensure optimal functioning, identify any technical issues and troubleshoot equipment to minimize downtime.
• Apply knowledge of Ceramic Tile Manufacturing to improve our production processes and meet our quality standards.
• Utilize SCADA systems for effective industrial control and process optimization.
• Collaborate with the Manufacturing Engineering team to integrate new systems and technologies into our existing operations.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including process control diagrams, system layouts, and operational manuals.
• Provide training and technical support to production staff, ensuring they understand and can effectively use our control systems.
• Communicate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and management

Qualifications

• Experience with tile manufacturing would be a huge plus, but is not a hard requirement. We are willing to train someone who is comfortable with PLC programming in the specifics of our machines and process!
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field is a plus.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a role involving PLC Programming and Machine Maintenance for manufacturing lines.
• Experience with Omron PLCs, especially legacy models, also a plus.
• Proficiency in SCADA systems and a deep understanding of Industrial Control.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with team members and stakeholders.

A bit about us:

We’re a global construction manufacturing firm with a plant near Arcadia. Our company history dates back to the late 1800s, and we have facilities in the UK, Mexico, and the United States.

Why join us?

• Comprehensive 401k and health insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Cross-training opportunities to promote career growth
• Job security at a 100+ year old global manufacturing firm—you could have a career here, not just a job

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