Mac Foodservice-posted about 1 year ago
$83,200 - $93,600/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Waco, TX
Specialty Trade Contractors

The PLC Controls Technician at Mac Incorporated is responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting manufacturing and packaging equipment in a beverage plant. This role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, particularly in the use of programmable logic controllers (PLCs). The position offers direct hire opportunities with significant growth potential within a large manufacturing organization, operating on a 7AM-7PM or 7PM-7AM schedule.

  • Participate in and direct troubleshooting activities in the event of equipment failure.
  • Work with production team to make rapid, educated decisions regarding issues and troubleshoot systems.
  • Perform maintenance, testing, and upgrading of all production equipment.
  • Install and test new food manufacturing, packaging, and processing equipment.
  • Interface with machine tools and troubleshoot existing equipment for electrical or electronics failures.
  • Conduct preventative maintenance and repair as required.
  • Participate in a continuous improvement culture while following safe workplace practices.
  • Develop positive interactions with managers, supervisors, maintenance technicians, and machine operators.
  • Three (3) plus years experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance required.
  • Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs required.
  • Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair skills required.
  • Ability to use RS Logix 5000, RS Logix 500, or RS Logix 5 software for machine troubleshooting.
  • Ability to go online with Control Logix, Compact Logix, SLC500, or PLC5 using Ethernet I/P, DH+, or RS232.
  • Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
  • Ability to use a multimeter and work in control panels with up to 480VAC.
  • Aptitude for further development of technical skills.
  • Experience with AB Powerflex 40, 400, and 525 VFDs and Yaskawa V1000 and P1000 VFDs.
  • Experience with Panelview and downloading applications using Panelbuilder 32 and RS View Studio Machine Edition.
  • Direct hire role with growth potential.
  • Competitive salary range of $40-$45 per hour.
  • 1 week of vacation.
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