Automation Technician - Night Shift

Chobani•Twin Falls, ID

About The Position

The Automation Technician assesses technical problems across the facility and implements vetted solutions in a timely manner. This role provides effective troubleshooting and in-house technical support, working collaboratively with internal and external resources and as part of a team. The technician supports automation and electrical systems, contributes to equipment improvements and projects, shares expertise, and follows Chobani safety and GMP procedures and practices. This is a full-time night-shift position. The salary range is $29.50–$42.00, plus bonus, equity, and benefits. Individual pay depends on work location and factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Requirements

Associate degree in controls/automation or a related field is preferred.
3–5 years of electrical, PLC, and instrumentation experience working in an industrial facility.
Knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and programming, specifically Allen Bradley PLCs.
General knowledge of HMI systems, focused on Rockwell FactoryTalk View ME/SE or Inductive Automation Ignition.
Broad knowledge of automation and electrical devices and equipment.
Intermediate knowledge of personal computers and Windows operating systems.
Ability to use electrical diagrams, process flow diagrams, and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
Ability to cooperate effectively with personnel from different backgrounds and skill levels.
Ability to train others and transfer knowledge.
Ability to create and maintain relevant documentation.
Ability to prioritize numerous tasks under time constraints and ensure they are completed.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in controls/automation or a related field.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical systems.
Identify root causes by observing mechanical systems and devices in operation, listening for problems, and using precision measuring and electrical testing instrumentation and other troubleshooting methods.
Provide maintenance break/fix support for automation-related issues and work with Automation Engineers on equipment repairs and improvements.
Serve as the automation and controls domain expert on local project teams.
Deliver training to operations and other groups as needed.
Provide high-level technical support for complex automation and electrical issues.
Redline automation-related programs and documentation, including PLC and HMI programs, electrical drawings, P&IDs, pin charts, functional analyses, and sequences of operation.
Assist plant and department members in developing and championing programs and projects as required.
Seek out best practices and share them with the organization.
Share general knowledge within facility and organizational peer groups.
Follow Chobani safety and GMP procedures and practices.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Disability insurance.
Health savings account and flexible spending accounts.
Tuition reimbursement.
401(k) match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay.
Fertility and childcare assistance.
12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment.
Employee assistance program, fitness discounts, wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access at certain locations, and a monthly wellness newsletter.
120 hours of paid time off.
11 paid holidays.
Paid volunteer time off.
Bonus and equity.