Automation Technician 7 (3rd Shift) – New London Prepared Foods Plant

The Hillshire Brands Company•New London, WI

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automation Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining automated systems and equipment. The role provides technical support for electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power, and manufacturing systems. It also assists with installing and modifying integrated systems, supports plant operations, and provides guidance to team members in the supervisor’s absence. Other duties may be assigned. This is a third-shift position at the New London Prepared Foods Plant. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with work every other weekend, from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, with flexibility as needed. The pay rate is $41.92 per hour plus a shift differential. The position is eligible for overtime and is paid weekly. Travel is 1–5 trips per year outside the assigned location. The role is slated for candidates currently working at this facility; local candidates receive priority consideration. Relocation assistance and sponsorship are not available.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 4 years of automation experience and/or industrial maintenance experience.
Experience repairing and troubleshooting electrical systems, electrical controls, PLCs, and mechanical systems.
Standard computer skills, with strong skills in document organization, using technical materials, and research techniques.
Must be proficient in SAP Maintenance or become proficient.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all team members.
Ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management and operations personnel.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, with strong interpersonal skills.
Must be able and willing to work every other weekend.
Must reside in the United States to be considered; sponsorship is not available.
For internal applicants at locations with an 8-point attendance policy: must not have 4 or more attendance points on the application date; must have no written warning in the past six months and no suspension on record in the past 12 months.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Hourly applicants must complete the task after submitting an application to provide additional information for consideration.

Nice To Haves

Training beyond high school, including an Associate of Science degree in Electronics Technology or a closely related technical field, or experience such as skilled trades programs or military training.
Resume submitted in Word or PDF format is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated systems and equipment.
Provide technical support for electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power, and manufacturing systems.
Assist with installation and modification of integrated systems.
Support plant operations.
Provide guidance to team members in the supervisor’s absence.
Perform other duties as assigned.