Night PLC Technician & Robotics Maintenance

Grede; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical and Dental Insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Company-paid Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Grede is seeking a PLC Technician for a 3rd shift (Mon-Thu) from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM at our Kentucky facility. The role focuses on preventive and breakdown maintenance, PLC diagnostics, programming, and robotic equipment support.

You’ll work independently and with other departments to identify and solve problems. Key requirements include PLC troubleshooting, robotics experience (ABB preferred), strong communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of PLC design, troubleshooting, programming, and logic commands.
• Hands-on experience with robotics and ABB systems is preferred.
• Strong documentation, verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and installation of electrical systems on machines with PLCs.
• Diagnose, program, and troubleshoot electrical equipment for projects.
• Install and maintain plant electrical systems per local codes and safety.
• Inspect and resolve PLC programming problems and operating issues.
• Collaborate with engineering and contractors on new installations.
• Train junior maintenance staff and mechanics.
• Perform emergency repairs to prevent downtime.
• Analyze electrical systems to prevent breakdowns.
• Follow safety practices and maintain records per guidelines.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Robotics

Documentation

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Communication

Tools

ABB robotics

Job description

Grede is seeking a PLC Technician for a 3rd shift (Mon-Thu) from 9:00 PM to 7:00 AM at our Kentucky facility. The role focuses on preventive and breakdown maintenance, PLC diagnostics, programming, and robotic equipment support.

You’ll work independently and with other departments to identify and solve problems. Key requirements include PLC troubleshooting, robotics experience (ABB preferred), strong communication, and teamwork.