MAINTENANCE-PROD AUTO TECH

SAGE V FOODS LLC•Little Rock, AR

135d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance-Prod Auto Tech maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs automated processing and packaging systems, including sensors and control networks. The role supports daily production automation to help ensure continuous and efficient operations, and performs preventive and predictive maintenance on automation equipment. The technician works with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to resolve mechanical, electrical, and control issues; supports installation and commissioning of new automated equipment and system upgrades; maintains technical documentation and maintenance records; and identifies process improvements and assists with automation projects. The position requires following safety procedures and complying with OSHA, food safety, and operational standards. Work takes place in food production environments that may be hot, cold, dusty, or humid. The role involves standing, walking, bending, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 pounds as needed. A flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, may be required based on production demands, and required PPE must be worn at all times. The employer describes opportunities for PLC and robotic programming training and cross-training in industrial automation, a team-oriented culture, and full-time employment with health, retirement, and paid time off benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least 2 years of hands-on experience with automation and controls in a food manufacturing or similar industrial environment.
Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, PanelView HMIs, and industrial networks such as EtherNet/IP and Modbus.
Knowledge of PLC programming, industrial communication networks, and control systems.
Ability to read schematics and wiring diagrams and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
Strong problem-solving skills, an innovative mindset, and ability to learn quickly.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Nice To Haves

Technical certificate or Associate degree.
Interest in or ability to participate in PLC and robotic programming training and cross-training in industrial automation.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair automated processing and packaging systems, including sensors and control networks.
Monitor and support daily production automation to ensure continuous and efficient operation.
Conduct preventive and predictive maintenance on automation equipment.
Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to resolve mechanical, electrical, and control issues.
Support installation and commissioning of new automated equipment and system upgrades.
Maintain accurate technical documentation and maintenance records.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and assist in implementing automation projects.
Follow safety procedures and ensure compliance with OSHA, food safety, and operational standards.
Wear required PPE at all times.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.