PLC Technician

Core Responsibilities

• Maintain stable, secure, and high-performing automated systems.
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC-controlled production equipment, HMIs, and automation systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, control system, and instrumentation issues.
• Modify PLC programs to improve performance, reliability, and system stability.
• Support commissioning, validation, and startup of new production lines.
• Maintain secure remote access with OEMs and ensure proper documentation and PLC backups.

Reliability & Performance Partner

• Respond to automation-related downtime across shifts and restore operations quickly.
• Perform root cause analysis on recurring control system failures.
• Implement improvements to enhance uptime and equipment performance.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for control systems.

Electrical & Controls Technician

• Troubleshoot motors, VFDs, sensors, relays, and control panels.
• Interpret electrical schematics and ladder logic diagrams.
• Maintain and repair instrumentation and control components.
• Document electrical and PLC system changes in compliance with site standards.

Continuous Improvement Contributor

• Recommend process improvements to increase throughput and reduce waste.
• Partner with Production and Engineering to improve line efficiency.
• Support automation upgrades and performance monitoring initiatives.

Safety & Compliance Champion

• Follow OSHA and plant safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
• Ensure control systems meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Maintain documentation for inspections and compliance audits.

Qualifications & Experience

• Required:
• Associate’s degree or technical certification in Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–7 years of experience working with PLCs in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting automated production equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and ladder logic.
• Experience with common PLC platforms (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
• Preferred:
• Experience in food or CPG manufacturing.
• Experience supporting start-up, brownfield, or newly commissioned facilities.
• Familiarity with SCADA systems and industrial networking.
• Experience with motion control and servo systems.

Department

Maintenance

Locations

Nashville, TN, USA

Employment type

Full-time

Employment level

B3 – Technical Specialist