Manufacturing Automation Technician - PLC/HMI

SEW-EURODRIVE - USA; Lyman (SC); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance including dental and vision

401(k) with 200% company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Education assistance programs

Job summary

SEW-EURODRIVE - USA in Lyman, South Carolina is seeking a PLC Programmer to provide programming support for PLC/HMI applications on the factory floor. The ideal candidate should have an associate’s degree or equivalent experience with strong skills in electrical, pneumatic, and electronic troubleshooting. Benefits include medical insurance, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more. Join a collaborative team and contribute to process improvements and innovative solutions in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• An associate’s degree or equivalent 2-year degree is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience performing electrical, pneumatic, and electronic troubleshooting is strongly preferred.
• Ability to use CAD Applications such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, and Visio.

Responsibilities

• Create and modify PLC/HMI programs as required.
• Assist with tracking and providing backups on programmable devices.
• Troubleshoot issues related to PLC/HMI.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC and HMI programming

Ability to read electrical prints

CNC machinery knowledge

CAD Applications (AutoCAD, EPLAN)

Education

Associate’s degree in Industrial Mechatronics, Automation, or Electronics

Tools

AMP/Volt Meters (AC/DC)

CAD software

Job description

About The Role

Current position provides PLC programming and support for all PLC/HMI applications on the factory floor. Creates/modifies/troubleshoots PLC/HMI as well as programmable devices as needed for process improvements, failures, and new designs in coordination with internal and external engineering, production, and maintenance.

SHIFT – 1st

PAY – $25/hr

Skills And Abilities

An associate’s degree or equivalent 2‑year degree in Industrial Mechatronics, Automation, or Electronics is strongly preferred.

• Prior experience performing electrical, pneumatic, and electronic troubleshooting and service of CNC machinery and/or automation equipment is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience with PLC and HMI programming / troubleshooting and associated software applications from vendors such as SEW‑EURODRIVE, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and others.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic prints.
• Ability to use CAD Applications such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, Visio to view and modify electrical drawings as needed.

Actual Tasks

• Create and modify various PLC/HMI programs as required.
• Assist with tracking and providing backups on various programmable devices in use on the manufacturing floor.
• Troubleshoot issues as they relate to PLC/HMI.
• Modify electrical components on machinery to improve performance.
• Program additional devices as necessary (prox. sensors, level probes, flow meters).
• Work with engineering, maintenance, and production to provide robust solutions that meet all department needs.
• Read detailed electrical and modify CAD drawings as required.
• Use measuring tools, hand and power tools, utility equipment and AMP/Volt Meters (AC/DC).

Benefits

10% shift premium is paid for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.

SEW‑EURODRIVE provides a generous benefits package to all full‑time employees. These benefits start on Day One.

There is no monthly premium required for employee coverage.

• Medical Insurance – Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Audio, and Prescription Drug coverage + $125 annual reimbursement for eligible vitamins and minerals.
• Life Insurance worth 2.5 times annual base pay. Includes Accidental Death & Dismemberment.
• Disability – Includes both Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Medical and/or Dependent Care available annually during open enrollment.
• Timely Evaluations with potential for a pay increase.
• Paid Vacation – 2 weeks of vacation accrual per year to start, increasing after five and ten years of service.
• Holiday Pay – Twelve paid holidays per year.
• Retirement Benefits – Includes 401(k) with Profit‑Sharing Contribution and 200% Company Match on the first 3% deferred to the 401(k).
• Additional Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions – Unused time is paid out annually.
• Paid Parental Leave – To assist new parents.
• Onsite Clinic Services – On‑site medical services by licensed providers at no cost.
• Education Assistance Programs – Student Loan Repayment / Tuition Assistance options.
• Counseling Resources – Easy and convenient access to professional counseling services online.
• Wellness Resources – Comprehensive interactive wellness program with opportunities to earn points for awards / gift cards.
• Uniforms/Subsidies – Uniform subsidies and/or uniforms are provided as applicable.
• Safety Shoes – Subsidy for OSHA‑approved safety shoes as needed.
• Employee Assistance Programs – Program to help employees navigate challenging life circumstances.

Additional job requirements and responsibilities will be discussed during the interview process.