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Controls Technician

Amalgamated Sugar Company
  • Twin Falls, Idaho
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Amalgamated Sugar Company is seeking a Controls Technician to support industrial automation and control systems at our Twin Falls Factory in Twin Falls, Idaho. This role plays a key part in maintaining, improving, and troubleshooting plant control systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. The position reports to the Process Optimization Manager and partners closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Design, troubleshoot, and support industrial control systems including PLCs, HMIs, and plant networks
    • Install, configure, and commission automation equipment and control system upgrades
    • Support factory operations through monitoring and optimization of OT and industrial network systems
    • Diagnose and resolve electrical and control system issues to minimize downtime
    • Configure and maintain VFDs, smart sensors, and industrial instrumentation
    • Collect and analyze data to support continuous improvement and project effectiveness
    • Perform inspections of control system architecture to ensure compliance with internal and industry standards
    • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on automation and process improvement initiatives
    • Support system documentation, backups, and change management best practices

    Required Skills and Qualifications

    • Strong knowledge of industrial electrical troubleshooting and process control systems
    • Hands-on experience with PLC, HMI, and industrial network systems
    • Working knowledge of Rockwell Automation platforms, including Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk
    • Understanding of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, ControlNet)
    • Ability to troubleshoot automation systems in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
    • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation skills
    • Ability to work independently while supporting multiple departments

    Preferred Skills

    • Experience with FactoryTalk View SE/ME, Historian, and FactoryTalk View Client
    • Familiarity with OT network design and monitoring in an industrial environment
    • Experience supporting continuous process manufacturing (food, beverage, chemical, or similar)
    • Knowledge of basic project management tools (e.g., MS Project or Visio)
    • Exposure to cybersecurity best practices in industrial control systems

    Education and Experience

    • Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Automation, or related field preferred
    • 3+ years of experience supporting industrial automation or controls systems in a manufacturing environment
    • Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered

    Why Join Amalgamated Sugar Company

    Amalgamated Sugar Company is a stable, employee‑owned organization and a recognized leader in the sugar industry. We are committed to innovation, operational excellence, and long‑term career growth for our employees. Join a team where your technical expertise directly supports essential food production and continuous improvement.
    Amalgamated Sugar Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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    Numbers & Facts

    LocationTwin Falls, Idaho
    Websitehttp://www.amalgamatedsugar.com

    Skills

    • Automationunmatched
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    • Data Analysisunmatched
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    • Electricityunmatched
    • Ethernetunmatched
    • Food Productionunmatched
    • Food and Beverage Industryunmatched
    • Human Machine Interface (HMI)unmatched
    • IP (Internet Protocol)unmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
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    • Instrumentationunmatched
    • Internet Securityunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Systemsunmatched
    • Microsoft Projectunmatched
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    • Network Designunmatched
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    • Network Systemsunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
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    • Process Control Engineeringunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Process Managementunmatched
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    • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)unmatched
    • Project Management Softwareunmatched
    • Rockwell Automationunmatched
    • Support Documentationunmatched
    • System Architectureunmatched
    • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
    • Technical Supportunmatched

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