PLC Technician

Claremont Foods; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Claremont Foods is seeking a skilled technician to install, calibrate, test and maintain electronic and robotic manufacturing devices in our food production facilities. You will diagnose and repair electrical systems, replace faulty components, and oversee control system programming and integration across plant equipment.

The role requires strong PLC proficiency, BMS navigation, and hands-on experience with industrial instrumentation.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with process instrumentation, controls, and calibration equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of PLC operation and programming.
• Ability to navigate Building Management Systems (BMS) to diagnose issues.
• Comfortable around industrial manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, diagnose, and repair electrical systems of industrial machinery.
• Replace defective components and wiring.
• Maintain programming, hardware networking, and communications for industrial control systems.
• Support plant control system upgrades and maintenance programs.
• Assist with safety, regulatory compliance, and production requirements.
• Oversee project implementation on hardware and software problems.

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial control systems

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Education

Associates Degree in electronics

Journeyman electrical experience

Instrumentation & Controls

Job description

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for installing, calibrating, testing and maintaining electronic/robotic manufacturing devices and systems by utilizing automation system program language, troubleshooting electronic systems and peripherals to ensure proper functionality.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Demonstrate thorough understanding of industrial control systems and Programmable Logic Controller (PLCs) Install, diagnose, and repair electrical systems, apparatus, and electrical components of industrial machinery and equipment Replace defective components and wiring, and adjust mechanical parts Effectively maintain programming, hardware networking and communication; troubleshoot, determine causes of failure, and perform corrective actions; oversee full industrial control system project implementation on both hardware and software problems Support predictive and preventative maintenance program Support internal projects Support plant control system upgrades Follow established programs, policies, and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements Assists and/or performs in all areas as assigned, including supporting maintenance activities

Minimum Qualifications

Demonstrates proficiency in the use and maintenance process instrumentation, controls, and calibration equipment Performs detail-oriented tasks using intermediate language skills and math skills Advance knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) operation and programming Ability to navigate Building Management Systems (BMS) system to operate and quickly understand system issues Must be comfortable working in and around industrial manufacturing equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Associates Degree in electronics/technical field 4 or more years of journeyman level electrical experience or Instrumentation & Controls experience