PLC Technician - Bakery Plant

Conagra Brands; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company is looking for a skilled professional to manage plant instrumentation and automatic devices at their Indianapolis Bakery plant. Ideal candidates will have relevant industrial experience and be capable of maintaining high-quality operational standards. This role involves tracking production metrics, supporting team training, and collaborating with maintenance teams to ensure optimal functioning of equipment.

Benefits

Health insurance including dental and vision

401(k)/pension eligibility

Career development opportunities

Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in an industrial environment with various control systems.
• Experience with PLC troubleshooting and Allen Bradley HMI.
• Auto CAD proficiency is required.

Responsibilities

• Document and track production variables and downtime.
• Support the ConAgra Performance System.
• Train team members on new or modified control systems.

Skills

Pressure controls

Control circuits

Programmable controllers

Drive units

Variable frequency drives

Scales

Monitoring systems

Sensors

Security systems

PLC troubleshooting

Allen Bradley HMI troubleshooting

Auto CAD

Servo Motors

Vision Systems

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

Shift: 6:00 AM-3:00 PM

Hourly Rate: $37.75 an hour + $0.50 shift differential

In this position, you are responsible for the selection, installation, programming, documentation, and knowledge of all plant instrumentation and automatic devices. You will report to the Maintenance Manager. You will work at our Indianapolis Bakery plant and earn $40.49 per hour. This position is for day or night shift.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• You will document and track production variables, downtime, product samples, and ensure proper blending of raw materials by weight or automatic metering systems.
• You will follow and document the time and temperature points in recipe specifications to meet quality standards.
• Actively support the ConAgra Performance System
• Follow up with outside services.
• Follow up on control work that has been done by Maintenance Technicians.
• You will train team members on the operations of newly installed or modified process or utility control systems.
• You will follow up with contractors to insure they turn over fully documented PLC programs of the systems they have worked on and that they provide training for all personnel involved in the area of concern.

QUALIFICATIONS

• You should have 2 years of experience with; pressure controls, control circuits, programmable controllers, drive units, variable frequency drives, scales, monitoring systems, sensors and security systems in an industrial environment
• Servo Motors and drives experience
• Vision System Experience
• PLC troubleshooting experience
• Allen Bradley HMI troubleshooting experience
• Auto CAD experience
• Associates Degree

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sit, stand, walk and climb stairs frequently during time on duty
• Lift/Carry/Push/Pull up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Reach overhead occasionally

The statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. We recognize that if you have a disability, you may require an accommodation to enable you to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

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Anticipated Close Date: July 31, 2025 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
• Wealth: G reat pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration
• Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities

Our Company:

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye , Slim Jim and Reddi-Wip.

Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.