Senior Automation & Controls Technician

Smithfield Foods; Tar Heel (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Senior Electrical Automation Technician in Tar Heel, North Carolina. You'll enhance and maintain electrical control systems, champion safety protocols, and drive automation improvements.

Ideal candidates will have an associate's degree and relevant experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell systems, focusing on troubleshooting and documenting complex technical processes to ensure operational excellence.

The role presents a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in electrical automation required.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documents.
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision required.

Responsibilities

• Drive automation solutions and maintain electrical control systems.
• Champion safety culture and conduct monthly safety audits.
• Create training materials and mentor maintenance technicians.

Skills

Electrical controls expertise

Allen Bradley/Rockwell automation

Troubleshooting abilities

Technical documentation

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Multimeter

PC software

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Senior Electrical Automation Technician in Tar Heel, North Carolina. You'll enhance and maintain electrical control systems, champion safety protocols, and drive automation improvements.

Ideal candidates will have an associate's degree and relevant experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell systems, focusing on troubleshooting and documenting complex technical processes to ensure operational excellence.

The role presents a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a supportive, collaborative environment.