PLC Controls Technician – Wood Mill Automation

Hood Distribution; Silver Creek (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

401k

LTD

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Hood Lumber, a division of Hood Industries, Inc., seeks a skilled Controls PLC Technician to join our Silver Creek lumber mill. You will diagnose, troubleshoot, program, and maintain PLC-controlled systems to ensure safe and reliable production.

Join a team focused on craftsmanship, teamwork, and technical excellence in a collaborative environment. Candidates with familiarity in Allen-Bradley PLCs and industrial electrical systems are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical certification a plus.
• 2+ years of industrial PLC experience.
• Manufacturing experience required; wood products preferred.
• Strong experience with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix.
• Knowledge of industrial electricity, motor controls, VFDs, and AC drives.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Willing to work any shift, holidays, weekends, and overtime.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical machinery and control systems across the plant.
• Diagnose and resolve PLC, electrical, instrumentation, and process control issues.
• Interpret PLC logic and modify to restore or improve equipment performance.
• Implement and support new control systems and upgrades.
• Coordinate work with production and maintenance leadership to minimize downtime.
• Maintain backups for computer systems and PLC programs.
• Document test results and calibrate equipment.
• Provide technical support during equipment installation projects.
• Complete work orders and documentation accurately and promptly.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Electrical knowledge

PLC programming

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

CompactLogix

Job description

Hood Lumber, a division of Hood Industries, Inc., seeks a skilled Controls PLC Technician to join our Silver Creek lumber mill. You will diagnose, troubleshoot, program, and maintain PLC-controlled systems to ensure safe and reliable production.

Join a team focused on craftsmanship, teamwork, and technical excellence in a collaborative environment. Candidates with familiarity in Allen-Bradley PLCs and industrial electrical systems are encouraged to apply.