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Controls, Automation & Electrical Technician (PLC)

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Germantown, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2026
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Job details:
Days or Nights: 6 AM to 6:30 PM or 6 PM to 6:30 AM

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ray Bahl
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Salary: $34 - $45 per hour


A bit about us:

Founded decades ago and based in Lathrop, California, we are a rapidly growing food and beverage manufacturing organization specializing in advanced aseptic processing and packaging solutions. Our team focuses on delivering high-quality products through cutting-edge automation, strong engineering collaboration, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence. We pride ourselves on building a culture centered on communication, employee development, and continuous improvement while investing in technologies that support the future of food manufacturing.


Why join us?
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
  • Career Growth: Opportunities to expand automation and engineering skillsets
  • Tuition Reimbursement Programs
  • HSA Medical Plan with Annual Employer Contribution
  • Employee Perks Program: Discounts on travel, shopping, and more
  • Collaborative Work Environment: Cross-functional engineering, operations, and maintenance teams
  • Stable & Growing Business: Continued expansion creating long-term career opportunities


Job Details

Schedule: Days or Nights: 6 AM to 6:30 PM or 6 PM to 6:30 AM


Key Responsibilities and Duties
  • Troubleshoot and maintain PLC systems, HMIs, VFD drives, and robotic automation systems.
  • Diagnose and repair electrical wiring, instrumentation, and sensors across automated production lines.
  • Support automation upgrades, commissioning, and integration of new equipment.
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams.
  • Maintain accurate technical documentation for automation and electrical systems.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and FDA manufacturing regulations.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reliability.
  • Work cross-functionally with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to resolve automation issues.
Qualifications
Needed
Education / Certifications
  • Technical training, certification, or degree in Electrical Technology, Automation, Controls Engineering, or related field preferred.
Experience
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems.
Technical Requirements
  • Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley preferred).
  • Experience with instrumentation, electrical schematics, and motion control systems.
  • Hands-on experience troubleshooting automation equipment and electrical systems.
  • Knowledge of industrial automation components such as HMIs, VFDs, and sensors.
Additional Preferred Experience
  • Exposure to Beckhoff controls, Fanuc robotics, or vision systems.
Other Requirements
  • Strong commitment to workplace safety.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused manufacturing environment.

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