PLC/Systems Technician*

About the Role

As a PLC Systems Technician at 3M, you will collaborate with innovative and diverse teams globally. This role provides an opportunity to transition from private, public, government, or military experience to a 3M career. You will diagnose, analyze, troubleshoot, service, and repair process and facility equipment while working with a variety of technologies and people.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, analyze, troubleshoot, service, and repair process and facility equipment.
• Perform repair-type maintenance on process controls and facility support equipment, including but not limited to PLC, controls networks, AC/DC drives and motors, servo drives and motion control systems, and pneumatic devices.
• Read and interpret elementary, PID, and industrial controls drawings; interpret PLC logic, blueprints, sketches, vendor drawings, and equipment service manuals.
• Work with engineers, technicians, or craft people during troubleshooting, repair, or modification of equipment, systems, or processes.
• Contribute technical recommendations for the improvement or optimization of facility and process equipment.
• Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.
• Contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Possess an associate degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) in Automation Engineering Technology or Controls Engineering, or be within 6 months of obtaining an associate degree in Automation Engineering Technology or Controls Engineering.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Automation Engineering Technology or Electrical Controls Maintenance.
• Five (5) years of experience in electrical controls systems maintenance in a private, public, government, or military environment.
• Experience with manufacturing and/or manufacturing technology on web processing equipment.
• Experience working with Allen Bradley controls and drive technologies.
• Experience working with Windows-based computer systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with a diverse audience.

Pay

The starting rate of pay for this position is $38.73 to $41.64 per hour. This targeted compensation range can vary based on factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Other benefits and incentives may apply.

Benefits

3M offers a range of benefits to support your well-being, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Disability Benefits.
• Life Insurance.
• Voluntary Benefits.
• Paid Absences.
• Retirement Benefits.

For more details, visit 3M's benefits overview.

Schedule

Work location: Menomonie, WI.

Travel: May include up to 5% domestic.

Relocation Assistance: Not authorized.