Electrical & PLC Technician

Electrical & PLC Technician Specialist (Industrial Controls)Oak Creek, WisconsinDirect Placement | $73,000 - $83,000/year About the OpportunityJoin a well-established leader in the specialty food manufacturing industry, known for producing high-quality baked goods at scale and delivering products found in homes and retailers across North America. This is a modern, high-speed production environment where engineering excellence, automation, and continuous improvement directly support daily production and product quality.This is a strong opportunity for a hands-on Electrical & Controls Technician who enjoys solving complex technical problems, working with advanced automation systems, and contributing to reliable, efficient manufacturing operations.You'll be part of a collaborative maintenance and engineering team that values safety, uptime, and long-term equipment performanceWhat You'll DoIn this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving electrical and automation systems that keep production running efficiently and safely.Key responsibilities include:Troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining industrial electrical, instrumentation, and control systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentProgramming, modifying, loading, and diagnosing PLC systems across multiple platforms and generationsConfiguring, maintaining, and troubleshooting HMIs, VFDs, and motor control systems, including Allen-Bradley drivesSupporting and maintaining sensors, I/O systems, and field instrumentation across production equipmentCollaborating with maintenance and engineering teams to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actionsSupporting equipment startups, commissioning, testing, and system upgradesDesigning and implementing control system improvements to enhance safety, uptime, and efficiencyMaintaining accurate documentation, program backups, and version control for all control system changesProviding off-hours or emergency support when needed to minimize production downtimeWhat You BringWe are looking for a technically skilled and solution-driven professional with strong industrial controls experience.Required qualifications:Hands-on experience in industrial electrical and controls maintenanceStrong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and industrial automation systemsExperience working with Allen-Bradley platforms and drivesAbility to troubleshoot across multiple generations of control systems and equipmentStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities in a production environmentComfortable working independently and collaboratively within a maintenance teamExperience in food manufacturing, bakery, packaging, or high-speed production environments is preferredWillingness to support overtime and off-hours troubleshooting as neededWhy This Role Stands OutThis is more than a maintenance position. It's a chance to work with advanced automation in a high-output manufacturing environment where your expertise has immediate impact. You'll be part of a company culture that emphasizes:Continuous improvement and operational excellenceInvestment in modern equipment and automation systemsStrong focus on safety and reliabilityStable, long-term employment in a growing manufacturing sectorCompetitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans with matching, paid time off, and performance incentivesBenefitsCompetitive hourly pay with overtime opportunitiesMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) with company match (traditional and Roth options)Paid time off and paid holidaysAnnual incentive programLife, disability, and supplemental insurance optionsEmployee assistance and discount programsIf you enjoy working with complex electrical systems, solving real-time production challenges, and improving automated manufacturing processes, this role offers a strong next step in your career.

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