Jobs · Management · Wisconsin

Industrial Electrician / PLC Programmer

Silgan Containers · Menomonie, WI · 4 days ago
Management$36.02–$38.44/hrFull-time

Your Skills

  • Strong industrial electrical experience
  • Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs, VFDs, process controls, and automated manufacturing equipment

What You'll Do

  • Read, interpret, and create electrical blueprints, schematics, and detailed circuit layouts
  • Program, troubleshoot, and maintain Allen Bradley PLC systems, including VFDs and 4–20 mA circuits
  • Troubleshoot complex electrical, mechanical, and operational problems using advanced problem-solving techniques
  • Install and wire motors, switch panels, fuse boxes, power circuits, and related electrical equipment
  • Work with servo motor systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and vacuum systems
  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot VFDs and process control equipment
  • Work with sensors, switches, valves, safety circuits, and other automated controls
  • Perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and keep equipment operating reliably
  • Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to identify and resolve equipment issues
  • Help optimize equipment performance and support continuous improvement throughout the plant
  • Maintain a strong commitment to safe work practices and electrical safety

What You'll Bring

  • A high school diploma or equivalent and trade school certification
  • 5+ years of experience as an industrial electrician or electrician programmer
  • Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley PLC hardware and software
  • Strong understanding of AC/DC circuits and 440 MCCs
  • Experience with VFD installation and programming
  • Knowledge of process controls, including sensors, switches, valves, and safety circuits
  • Experience programming with Logix 5, Logix 500, and Studio 5000
  • Strong manufacturing troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • A commitment to maintaining a safe manufacturing environment

Preferred

  • HMI programming experience
  • FactoryTalk ME experience
  • Experience troubleshooting automated, high-speed manufacturing equipment

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