PLC Maintenance Tech

Nature's Bakery; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 41,328 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and PTO

Holiday pay (11 paid holidays)

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in St. Louis seeks a PLC Technician to manage and develop controls and automation systems. This role requires skills in PLC troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining industrial machinery. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of automation, electrical systems, and effective communication skills. The position offers competitive pay and is full-time with benefits.

Qualifications

• Understanding of automated industrial machinery.
• Electrical and mechanical drawings comprehension.
• Installation and troubleshooting of three-phase motor control circuits.

Responsibilities

• Manage controls and automation systems testing.
• Assist in developing PLC & HMI programs.
• Provide engineering support to process areas.

Skills

Troubleshoot Allen-Bradley MicroLogix

PLC programming using RSLogix5

Industrial communication networks

Read electrical schematics

PID loop tuning

Knowledge of programming languages for PLCs

Tools

Allen-Bradley MicroLogix

ControlLogix

RSLogix500

Networking and HMI systems

Job description

Position

PLC Technician (Controls & Automation Technician)

Base Pay Range

$30.00/hr – $45.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Provides input for managing the controls and automation systems testing, quality control, data retrieval and training for packaging and processing equipment.
• Assists in managing the controls and automation interface, testing, quality control, data retrieval, and training for all packaging and processing equipment.
• Assists with the development and modification of PLC & HMI programs.
• Provides project engineering support to process areas.
• Provides controls support for the manufacturing facility and assists plant mechanics in troubleshooting.
• Ensures documentation for control/electrical system and documents change‑control procedures.
• Assists with the development and management of controls‑related capital projects.
• Contributes to the determination and maintainability of new process control systems and manages process controls change‑control procedures for existing equipment.
• Works around moving machines – mixers, conveyor belts, and forklifts.

Qualifications

All candidates should have an understanding of automated industrial machinery, including motors, servos, pumps, drives, relays, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, packaging, conveyance, liquid and powder manufacturing equipment and processes, PLC troubleshooting, electrical and mechanical drawings, installation and troubleshooting of basic three‑phase motor control circuits, breakdown analysis, and the following:

• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain Allen‑Bradley MicroLogix and ControlLogix hardware
• Perform Allen‑Bradley PLC programming using RSLogix5, RSLogix500, RSLogix5000 or equivalent
• Implement and troubleshoot industrial communication networks including Ethernet, Allen‑Bradley Remote I/O, and DeviceNet
• Read electrical schematics, P&ID’s, and PFD’s
• Perform PID loop tuning and instrument calibration
• Knowledge of programming languages relevant to PLCs
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical control systems, PLCs, networking, and HMI systems
• Initiate and develop control system modifications and new projects to improve plant performance and reliability
• General knowledge of the National Electrical Code
• Knowledge of wiring, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic systems
• Reading blueprints and schematics

What it’s Like at Nature’s Bakery

• Safety is a top priority; protective gear and training are provided.
• Tasks may require standing, lifting up to 40 lbs, walking, or climbing stairs.
• Climate‑controlled environment for comfort.
• Relaxed dress code with closed‑toe shoes required for safety.
• Career growth opportunities within the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Nature’s Bakery, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment and embraces diverse talent. We consider all qualified applicants for employment and will not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any terms and conditions of employment because of any basis protected by federal, state, local law, including race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, physical and mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and genetic information.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and PTO
• Holiday pay (11 paid holidays)
• Wellness benefits and discounts
• Employee assistance program

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Supply Chain and Manufacturing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Services and Food and Beverage Manufacturing