Controls/PLC Technician - 3rd Shift (10pm-6:30am)

LiDestri Foods, Inc.•Rochester, NY

52d•$42 - $51

About The Position

The Controls/PLC Technician is a key member of the maintenance team, supporting plant objectives by keeping equipment in excellent working condition. The position reduces setup and repair needs and installs, maintains, and troubleshoots machinery and process equipment, including electrical systems, controls, and measuring and calibration equipment. The technician performs preventive maintenance and provides corrective technical support, requiring strong electrical and PLC troubleshooting aptitude. The role also supports Safety, Quality, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Preventive Maintenance programs. This position works with Production, Warehouse, Engineering, Maintenance Managers, and Master Mechanics to support manufacturing, accurate automated-system reporting, equipment repairs, and continuous improvement. The role requires strict adherence to plant safety, food safety, SQF, and audit requirements. A yearly plant shutdown maintenance assignment is required. The scheduled shift is 3rd shift, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three to five years of experience, or an AAS in Electrical Technology or IBEW apprenticeship.
Experience with manufacturing equipment, including three-phase motors and control wiring at 24VDC, 120VAC, 208/220VAC, and 480VAC.
Experience with controls for conveyor systems and power transmissions, pneumatics, hydraulics, pumps, and valves.
Experience with temperature controls and PID loops.
Experience calibrating RTDs, thermocouples, and other low-voltage sensors.
Knowledge of and ability to comprehend and troubleshoot production machinery such as fillers, rinsers, cappers, case packers, case formers, coolers, and pasteurizers.
Familiarity with Lock-Out Tag-Out Authorized, Hot Work, Confined Space, and HECP training.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics.
Ability to communicate professionally.
Ability to use a variety of measuring tools and test equipment.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Ability to work with numbers, perform calculations, and demonstrate mechanical inclination.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of drill presses, chop saws, Port-a-Band, Sawzall, and other maintenance tools.
Knowledge or experience with multimeters, clamp-on current meters, megohmmeters, PLC troubleshooting via laptop, and Panelview.
Food manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot PLC and control systems, VFDs, and controls.
Conduct plant audits to ensure manufacturing transactions and automated-system transactions follow LFI guidelines.
Work with Production and Warehouse personnel to ensure accurate reporting of raw materials and finished goods through PLC systems.
Support and complete preventive and planned maintenance of electrical equipment, including cleaning, inspection, setup, diagnosis, replacement, testing, and continuous improvement.
Identify and report repair or major repair needs to Maintenance Management.
Assist in diagnosing electrical malfunctions in machinery, equipment, and processes; visually inspect and listen to equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
Assist with installing new equipment and enhancing equipment through continuous improvements and upgrades.
Perform required yearly plant shutdown maintenance work.
Communicate and document maintenance events accurately so others have effective information to solve problems.
Communicate professionally with other departments about equipment and repair status.
Work with Engineering, Maintenance Managers, and Master Mechanics on projects and continuous improvement.
Coordinate with previous-shift maintenance and production employees to review schedules and current runs, identify needed repairs, and plan product changeovers.
Complete tasks in accordance with applicable industry guidelines, plant safety, food safety, SQF, and internal and external audit requirements.
Report food safety and quality problems to personnel authorized to initiate action.