Manufacturing Technician - Industrial Controls

Job Summary

The Supply team at Anheuser-Busch is responsible for brewing, packaging, and shipping iconic brands at world-class speed and quality. This role involves troubleshooting and maintaining high-speed production equipment and process systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC- and VFD-controlled high-speed production equipment and process systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot plant power distribution systems up to 480V, 3-phase.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
• Calibrate, install, and maintain process and analytical instrumentation.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and technical documentation.
• Disassemble, repair, and reassemble equipment using precision measurement tools.
• Analyze process and equipment data to identify issues, determine root causes, and recommend improvement activities.
• Utilize SAP (CMMS) to document maintenance work, issue and track parts, and enter inspection and measurement points.
• Partner with production teams to prioritize work and support achievement of plant safety, quality, and operational goals.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and lead individual projects tied to plant KPIs.
• Assist with mechanical tasks as needed (bearing/chain replacement, gearbox repair, valve/pump maintenance, lubrication routes).
• Adhere to all plant safety and sanitation procedures, including LOTO and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Prioritize and self-schedule maintenance work around production activities to achieve both production and maintenance KPI's.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 3 years of industrial electrical/controls experience or a two-year technical degree is preferred.
• PLC or Ladder Logic experience is preferred; multiple platforms such as Allen Bradley PLC5, Control Logix, and Siemens programming and troubleshooting experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of variable frequency drives, servo motors, and motor control systems up to 480 volts is required.
• Experience with instrumentation calibration and maintenance is required.
• Mechanical troubleshooting experience in high-speed or highly automated environments is preferred.
• Strong computer proficiency is required (Microsoft Excel; SAP/CMMS preferred).
• Ability to troubleshoot issues, identify root causes (Six Sigma tools), and implement corrective actions is required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work effectively with cross-functional teams is required.
• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures required (LOTO, confined space, etc.) is required.
• Must be able to stand, bend, twist, and lift up to 50 lbs; ability to work in varying temperatures and climates is required.
• Must be able to work off-shifts (afternoons/midnights), weekends, and overtime as needed is required.
• This role requires successful completion of a Ramsay assessment (electrical/controls or mechanical) during the interview process.
• The ideal candidate will have experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), instrumentation calibration, VFD (Variable Frequency Drive) setup and programming, and computer-based process control systems.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance as part of the total compensation package.
• Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings & Spending Accounts.
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection.
• Pension plan contributions, for up to 40 hours per week.
• 15 paid holidays per year.
• Free Beer!