Night-Shift Automation Controls Technician

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA.; St. Albans (VT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

12 holidays + PTO

Flexible workplace environment

Sustainability mission

Job summary

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA. in St. Albans, VT is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot and lead automated control system diagnoses. The role focuses on mechanical, electrical, and computer-controlled processes and requires coordinating with process engineers and IT staff.

Responsibilities include configuring PLC/HMI systems, maintaining programs, and guiding mechanics to prevent downtime. Strong PLC/SCADA experience and safety compliance are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of automation experience with HMIs, SCADA, PLCs and control system design.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs needed; food industry a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and lead identification of mechanical or electrical issues in the process.
• Maintain factory automation strategy in line with standards and codes.
• Configure, test, troubleshoot, and commission PLC and HMI-based controls.
• Oversee maintenance programs for PLCs and PCs in coordination with engineers.
• Develop and design future system installations and upgrades.
• Educate mechanics to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
• Ensure compliance with safety, GMP, HACCP, OSHA requirements.

Skills

AB PLCs

Siemens PLCs

PanelView HMIs

FactoryTalk View

Electrical troubleshooting

Automation oversight

Team leadership

Education

Associates degree in Electrical Engineering / Computer Engineering or related technical degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

PanelView/PanelViewPlus

Ethernet/IP / DeviceNet

Siemens S7 PLCs

Job description

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA. in St. Albans, VT is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot and lead automated control system diagnoses. The role focuses on mechanical, electrical, and computer-controlled processes and requires coordinating with process engineers and IT staff.

Responsibilities include configuring PLC/HMI systems, maintaining programs, and guiding mechanics to prevent downtime. Strong PLC/SCADA experience and safety compliance are essential for success.