Systems & Controls Technician

Performance Pet Products; Mitchell (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

401K match

Weekly bonuses

Job summary

Performance Pet Products in Mitchell, SD, is seeking a Systems & Controls Technician to design, develop, and implement automation systems that improve efficiency and productivity. The role involves replacing system equipment, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and managing projects from conception to completion.

Responsibilities include maintenance and testing of automation systems, troubleshooting wiring, and providing backup support to Plant Maintenance Technicians.

Qualifications

• Degree in SCADA, electronics and controls, or related field preferred.
• Experience in automation technology and project management in a manufacturing environment; Studio 5000 preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of safety procedures including lockout tagout, confined space entry, line opening, fall protection, and hot work.
• Read and understand signs, labels, warnings, manuals and wiring schematics for maintenance/operation.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and co-workers and follow instructions.
• Tolerance of varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, wet/slippery).
• Occasionally lift up to 60 lbs.
• Stand for long periods (10–12 hours).
• Ability to distinguish colors (wire codes).
• Willingness to work additional hours on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation systems to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Replace system equipment such as HMI, System Logic, motor drives, and Safety Logic as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities.
• Manage system software, controls, drives, and module projects from conception to completion.
• Perform routine maintenance and preventative testing on automation systems and motor controls.
• Read, troubleshoot, and repair equipment wiring according to OEM schematics.
• Provide backup support to Plant Maintenance Technicians, as needed.

Skills

SCADA

Automation

Project management

Safety procedures

Education

Degree in SCADA/electronics

Tools

Studio 5000

Job description

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at https://fuillc.com/ to learn more!

Performance Pet, located in Mitchell, SD, is home to the innovators and formulators who turn the desire for leaner, tastier, healthier or otherwise better pet food into an actual product on the shelves. Everything we do is custom-made for every customer, and we're the only canner to do so. Learn more about what we do at https://fuillc.com/performance-pet-products/.

Performance Pet Products is seeking to grow the maintenance team and is now accepting applications for the role of Systems & Controls Technician! We offer a competitive starting wage along with regular increases, weekly bonuses, and a complete benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match, and much more!

Areas of Accountability

All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement automation systems to improve efficiency and productivity
• Replace system equipment such as HMI, System Logic, motor drives, and Safety Logic as needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities
• Manage system software, controls, drives, and module projects from conception to completion
• Perform routine maintenance and preventative testing on automation systems and motor controls
• Read, troubleshoot, and repair equipment wiring according to OEM schematics
• Provide backup support to Plant Maintenance Technicians, as needed

Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal work load.

Qualifications

• Degree in SCADA, electronics and controls, or related field, preferred
• Experience in automation technology and project management in a manufacturing environment; Studio 5000 preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Knowledge of safety procedures including but not limited to: lockout tagout, confined space entry, line opening, fall protection, and hot work
• Accurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, operator manuals, service manuals, and wiring schematics associated with the maintenance and/or operation of instruments and equipment
• Effectively communicate with supervisors and co-workers and follow written and/or verbal instructions
• Tolerance of varying environmental conditions – heat, cold, and/or wet and slippery conditions
• Occasionally lift up to 60 lbs. from floor to waist level
• Frequently bend at the waist and/or knees
• Ability to stand for long periods of time – up to 10-12 hours a day
• Ability to distinguish colors (i.e., wire codes)
• Ability to work additional hours on short notice to fill in for an absent co-worker, accommodate a heavier than normal workload, or to assist with special projects