Controls Technical Specialist I

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Saint Joseph, MO
•$72,483 - $97,176

About The Position

The Controls Technical Specialist is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and improving the accuracy, reliability, and data credibility of PLC and PC-based automation systems. The role oversees PLC upgrades and wiring modifications on production equipment and works with the maintenance team to troubleshoot and support production-line modifications. The position is based at Nestlé’s wet dog and cat food factory in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Requirements

  • Associate’s degree in a technical discipline and at least 1 year of applicable experience in PLC software and electrical/hardware troubleshooting and/or PC-based HMI systems; alternatively, a high school diploma or GED equivalent and at least 3 years of applicable experience in these areas.

Responsibilities

  • Configure, program, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controls (PLC).
  • Perform preventive maintenance for controls and organize electrical and control parts inventory.
  • Provide programming and electrical support for plant capital projects.
  • Implement control systems software upgrades.
  • Provide instrumentation, PLC, and HMI/SCADA software and hardware support to plant maintenance staff.
  • Oversee PLC upgrades and wiring modifications on production equipment.
  • Work with the maintenance team to troubleshoot and support production-line modifications.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Performance-based incentives
  • A broad range of other benefits
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