PLC Technician

Winland Foods; North East Township (PA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

STD/LTD/AD&D/Life

HSA

FSA

EAP

Hospital indemnity

Identity and Fraud Protection Plan

Legal

Critical Illness

Job summary

Winland Foods, Inc. seeks a PLC Technician to join its production team on the third shift (10pm–6:30am) at the North East, PA facility. You will install, troubleshoot, and maintain motors, drives, PLCs, and machine controls while following NEC, OSHA, and GMP standards.

The role requires industrial electrical experience, familiarity with Allen-Bradley PLCs, and strong problem-solving skills. Competitive benefits and a focus on safety and continuous improvement are offered.

Qualifications

• Two years of combined technical college and/or industrial electrical experience.
• Associate degree in Electronics or Electromechanical Technologies preferred.
• Rockwell Automation training/certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and upgrade motors, drives, PLCs, and machine controls.
• Troubleshoot electrical/electronic systems and perform diagnostic tests.
• Support automation systems and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow safety protocols incl. LOTO, arc flash, and PPE requirements.
• Maintain electrical documentation including single-line diagrams and calibration procedures.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC troubleshooting

Allen-Bradley PLC

VFDs

Education

Technical college coursework in electronics/electromechanical technologies

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Job description

At Winland Foods, our success starts with people who live our values of Excellence, Quality, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration every day.As an Electronics Maintenance Team Member, you will play a critical role in ensuring operational reliability and preventing downtime. By performing proactive inspections, testing, and issue resolution, you’ll keep systems running smoothly while working with voltages ranging from 5V DC to 600V AC. Your responsibilities will include control and automation installations, project work, and multi-craft tasks beyond electrical maintenance.Your day-to-day will involve troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and supporting automation systems—all vital steps in keeping production efficient and safe. This role offers opportunities to work independently while collaborating with a team that values safety and continuous improvement.This is more than an electrical position—it’s a chance to contribute directly to our mission of delivering high-quality products, while working in a culture built on teamwork, respect, and innovation.Employee Type:Full timeLocation:PA North EastJob Type:Production GroupJob Posting Title:PLC TechnicianJob Description:Schedule: 10pm - 6:30am (3rd shift)Work Location: 11160 Parkway Drive, North East, PASalary, based on experience and other qualifications: $47.15 / hourBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD/LTD/AD&D/Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time.Safe Equipment Operation & Maintenance:Installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and upgrades motors, drives, PLCs, and machine controls while adhering to NEC, OSHA, and food safety standards.Provides electrical safety training and ensures compliance with arc flash and LOTO procedures.Product Handling, Quality Control & Inventory Management:Coordinates thermal scans.Maintains documentation for electrical systems, including single-line diagrams and calibration procedures.Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance:Follows SQF and GMP standards.Collaborates with QA on equipment calibration.Ensures alignment with OSHA, FDA, and EPA regulations while supporting autonomous maintenance activities.Team Collaboration, Leadership & Training:Delivers training on relay logic, AC/DC motor troubleshooting, VFDs, and PLC programming.Assists maintenance personnel with troubleshooting and continuous improvement efforts.Works with internal and external teams on plant projects.Documentation, Communication & Continuous Improvement:Conducts resistance testing of motors and circuits.Tests electrical equipment up to 600 volts.Education & Experience:High School Diploma or GED required.Two years combined technical college and/or experience in an industrial electrical role.Certified Rockwell Automation classes are a plus.Brings over five years of industrial PLC and electrical experience; an associate degree in Electronics or Electromechanical Technologies is preferred.Technical & Mechanical Skills:Skilled in electrical/electronic components, PLCs (e.g., Allen Bradley), control systems, and variable speed drives with a strong foundation in electrical theory and diagnostic tools.Safety & Compliance:Adheres to safety protocols (GMPs, PPE, LOTO), understands equipment hazards, and completes required safety training, including forklift operation and confined space certification.Teamwork, Communication & Leadership:Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.Builds a positive team spirit.Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members (progressively more responsibility at higher levels).Personal Attributes & Work Ethic:Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.Must be dependable, reliable, and handle equipment safely and sensibly.Able to work mandatory overtime, including Saturdays/Sundays as determined by business needs.Physical Demands:Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Tasks may involve frequent climbing, pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.Must have good hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and 20/20 corrected vision.Must have normal hearing and vision (with correction if needed), including the ability to distinguish colors for color-coded containers in production areas.Employees must wear all required PPE according to the specific manufacturing environment, as outlined in the Employee Handbook, posted policies, or as directed by leadership.Must adhere to all safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out, safe lifting techniques, and others as instructed.Exposure to wet, humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high areas, fumes, airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical risks, and vibrations depending on the area assigned.Must maintain a clean and safe work environment and report any food safety or quality issues immediately to management.Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veterans/DisabilityIt is impossible to list every requirement for, or responsibility of, any position. Similarly we cannot identify all the skills a position may require since job responsibilities and the Company’s needs may change over time. Therefore, the above job description is not comprehensive or exhaustive. The Company reserves the right to adjust, add to or eliminate any aspect of the above description. The Company also retains the right to require all employees to undertake additional or different job responsibilities when necessary to meet business needs.EEO Statement:Winland Foods seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and as a global company we believe our success is enhanced by fostering equity and inclusion in the workplace. Therefore, Winland Foods is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.