Maintenance Tech III/ Electronic Controls Tech

Daybreak Foods, Inc. • Lake Mills, WI

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About The Position

The Maintenance Technician III (Electrical Controls Specialist) maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and optimizes highly automated production and processing equipment in an egg production and food manufacturing facility. The role focuses on industrial electrical systems, electronic controls, PLC programming, automation equipment, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and production-line troubleshooting. The technician supports preventive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and ensure the safe, efficient operation of plant equipment.

The position also supports equipment installation and commissioning, machine upgrades, reliability improvements, and technical training for operators and maintenance team members. Work must comply with OSHA regulations, electrical safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, company safety policies, and food-manufacturing GMP requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 3 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing, food processing, or production environment.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and maintaining PLC-controlled equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical safety practices and industrial maintenance standards.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR certification.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems, including 24VDC, 120VAC, 240VAC, and 480VAC systems; motor controls; VFDs and soft starters; power distribution; and control panel troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with PLC troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Ability to troubleshoot industrial networks and control communications.
• Strong understanding of automation controls, robotics, sensors, instrumentation, and process control systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Skill using multimeters, megohmmeters, amp probes, oscilloscopes, and other electrical diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining safety and quality.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams.
• Willingness to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as needed.
• Ability to stand and walk constantly; grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, and stoop; lift up to 10 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally; and sit and climb occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree, technical diploma, or certification in Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, Automation Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar industrial automation platforms.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PLC-5, or SLC platforms; Siemens PLC systems; and FactoryTalk, PanelView, WinCC, or similar HMI software.
• Experience working in GMP-regulated food manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems on automated production equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment, including monitoring and troubleshooting ladder logic programs.
• Maintain and repair PLC platforms, HMI systems, network communications, industrial sensors, and control devices.
• Diagnose and repair motor control circuits, VFDs, servo systems, relays, contactors, starters, control panels, and instrumentation.
• Read, interpret, and update electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, PLC documentation, and equipment manuals.
• Install, configure, and commission automation equipment, control systems, and production machinery.
• Troubleshoot industrial control networks, including Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and Modbus.
• Perform root cause analysis of equipment failures and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
• Support predictive and preventive maintenance programs for production and facility equipment.
• Calibrate and maintain sensors, transmitters, encoders, proximity switches, photo eyes, and other electronic control components.
• Assist with machine upgrades, equipment modifications, and continuous improvement projects.
• Perform work in accordance with OSHA regulations, electrical safety standards, LOTO procedures, and company safety policies.
• Maintain maintenance records, troubleshooting logs, and equipment documentation in the CMMS system.
• Provide technical support and training to operators and maintenance team members on automation systems and equipment operation.
• Respond promptly to production-related equipment issues to minimize operational downtime.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED