PLC Technician

Classic Salads•Salinas, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled PLC Technician to join our team. This role is crucial for maintaining and improving our automated manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and electrical systems within a manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for writing, modifying, and testing control programs, supporting existing PLC systems, updating HMI screens, and ensuring the smooth operation of our production lines. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work effectively in a demanding production setting.

Requirements

3+ years of hands-on PLC work in a manufacturing or processing plant
Opto 22 programming experience (PAC Control, groov EPIC or SNAP PAC), or strong PLC programming experience and the ability to learn Opto 22
Able to read schematics and I/O drawings and wire control panels and field devices
NFPA 70E / arc flash training, or complete it within 60 days of hire
LOTO-qualified, or become qualified within 30 days of hire
High school diploma or GED
Available for overtime, weekends, callouts, and on-call rotation, especially during harvest season

Nice To Haves

Allen-Bradley RSLogix 500 / Studio 5000 experience
groov View, Ignition, or other HMI/SCADA experience
VFD setup experience
Food, beverage, or fresh-cut processing experience
Technical degree or certificate in automation, electronics, or a related field
Bilingual English/Spanish

Responsibilities

Write, change, and test control programs in Opto 22 PAC Control (flowcharts and OptoScript) on groov EPIC and SNAP PAC controllers for new equipment and line changes.
Support and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs (RSLogix 500 / Studio 5000) on the equipment that uses them.
Update HMI screens (groov View / PAC Display), alarms, and operator messages.
Load and start up program changes on running lines without causing unplanned downtime.
Keep a current, labeled backup (date, reason, name) of every controller and HMI program, and fix any mismatch with the running program.
Set up and tune VFDs, sensors, and scales.
Read schematics and build, wire, and terminate control panels and field devices.
Run conduit and cable to plant and food safety standards, and check all wiring against the print before powering up.
Mark up prints when field wiring doesn't match the drawing and submit the change.
Install and test safety devices such as e-stops, light curtains, and safety relays.
Respond to line-down calls, find the cause (electrical, mechanical, or logic), and get the line running again.
Record the cause and fix in the maintenance system, and recommend permanent fixes for repeat problems.
Complete scheduled inspections of panels, drives, and sensors.
Always follow lockout/tagout, NFPA 70E arc flash rules, GMPs, SQF, and sanitation rules.
Train operators and maintenance staff on common faults and recovery steps.