PLC/Electrician- 1st Shift

Ferrero International S.A.; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrero International S.A. is seeking a PLC Electrician to provide electrical and automation support across manufacturing, packaging, and stores. The role includes programming PLC/HMI, troubleshooting automated equipment, and performing preventive maintenance to ensure optimal runtime.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and experience with robotics, servo controls, VFDs, and vision systems. This on-site position offers growth within a global confectionery leader.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Robotics and automated equipment.
• Servo axis controls.
• Motor controls and variable frequency drives (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 & automation

Servo axis controls

VFDs & motor controls

X-ray / metal detection / vision

Sensors & field instrumentation

Diagnostics & machine guarding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC systems

PLC/HMI/RTU/MTU programming

System commissioning

Electrical troubleshooting

Job description

We have a current opening for a PLC Electrician and are actively reviewing applications.

The PLC/Electrician will provide electrical and automation support to manufacturing, packaging and stores.

Main 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.

About You:

Education or Experience

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

Specific Knowledge

• Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC systems.
• PLC, HMI, RTU and MTU programming.
• System commissioning and hardware management.
• Advanced electrcial and automation troubleshooting.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

As part of our recruitment process, Ferrero may use artificial intelligence (AI) enabled tools to assist with reviewing candidate applications. These tools are used solely to support recruiters by summarizing application information and identifying potential alignment with job requirements. AI does not independently screen out or select candidates, and it does not replace human judgment. Final decisions regarding candidate progression are always made by Ferrero recruiters and hiring managers.

What We Offer:

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About Ferrero:

Ferrero began its journey in the small town of Alba in Piedmont, Italy, in 1946. Today, it is one of the world’s largest sweet-packaged food companies, with many iconic brands sold in countries all over the world. Find out more at ferrero.com.

DE&I at Ferrero:

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative, and highly rewarding.
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