PLC Programmer: Automation & Process Controls Lead

Stratas Foods; Quincy (MA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

Job summary

Stratas Foods is seeking a PLC Programmer to manage, maintain, and create plant programmable control systems (PLC) and related computer systems. The role supports project management, cost reduction through automation, and adherence to GMP/HACCP standards across all plant processes.

The candidate will troubleshoot PLC and computer processes, create new programs, and assist maintenance and engineering teams with new developments and safety training for contractors.

Qualifications

• Related Experience: 3-5 years of experience is preferred.
• Equipment/Software Skills: PLC Controls, Automation Controls, Ladder Logic Programmer, RS Logix, Iconics, Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot all current PLC and computer related processes.
• Project management, purchasing, and supervision of contractors for all projects to assure completion on a timely basis within budget.
• Create all new programs, process controls, and computer related systems.
• Assist the maintenance department in preventative maintenance duties.
• Assist the engineering department in the development of new processes.
• Assist the engineering department in cost reduction projects involving automation.
• Follow, monitor, and ensure compliance with all safety, food safety, environmental, GMP rules, regulations, and policies.
• Provide the necessary safety training to contractors.
• Manage and maintain current computer network system
• Adhere to and enforce Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and HACCP requirements.
• Work with Corporate IT on any upgrades or system modifications
• Order and specify all hardware and software for all plant systems
• Manage plant security relative to computer systems (email, systems access, passwords, etc.)
• Assist the in trouble shooting or project implementation.
• Perform duties as assigned by the Plant management team or direct supervisor.

Skills

PLC Controls

Automation Controls

Ladder Logic Programmer

RS Logix

Iconics

Microsoft Office

Tools

RS Logix

Iconics

Microsoft Office

Job description

Stratas Foods is seeking a PLC Programmer to manage, maintain, and create plant programmable control systems (PLC) and related computer systems. The role supports project management, cost reduction through automation, and adherence to GMP/HACCP standards across all plant processes.

The candidate will troubleshoot PLC and computer processes, create new programs, and assist maintenance and engineering teams with new developments and safety training for contractors.