PLC & Automation Technician

Ferrero International S.A.; North Canton (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrero seeks an experienced PLC Electrician to provide electrical and automation support across manufacturing, packaging and stores. You will program PLC/HMI, support equipment, and contribute to preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance.

Responsibilities include investigating deviations, implementing software changes, assisting in part procurement, documenting changes, and supporting maintenance teams with diagnostics and troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Robotics and automated equipment experience.
• Servo axis controls.
• Motor controls and VFDs.
• X-ray, metal detection, and vision inspection systems.
• Field instrumentation and sensors.
• Diagnostic tools and machine guarding systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform investigation of manufacturing equipment deviations and anomalies related to electrical and automation and software.
• Implement software changes and upgrades to improve equipment accuracy and runtime.
• Assist other maintenance staff in identifying and procuring equipment and parts necessary for daily maintenance requirements.
• Assist in electrical documentation of changes and upgrades.
• Provide technical support to maintenance staff.
• Program PLC and HMI applications for integration and troubleshooting of automated process equipment.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance activities.

Skills

Robotics and automation

Servo axis controls

Motor controls and VFDs

X-ray, metal detection, and vision

Field instrumentation and sensors

Diagnostic tools and machine guarding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC systems

PLC, HMI, RTU & MTU programming

System commissioning & hardware management

Electrical and automation troubleshooting

Job description

Ferrero seeks an experienced PLC Electrician to provide electrical and automation support across manufacturing, packaging and stores. You will program PLC/HMI, support equipment, and contribute to preventive maintenance to ensure optimal performance.

Responsibilities include investigating deviations, implementing software changes, assisting in part procurement, documenting changes, and supporting maintenance teams with diagnostics and troubleshooting.