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IT & Automation Systems Specialist

CFS

  • Fresno, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • $74,000–$95,000 Per Year
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Skills

  • Agricultureunmatched
  • Automationunmatched
  • Automation Systemsunmatched
  • Best Practicesunmatched
  • Continuous Improvementunmatched
  • Control Systemsunmatched
  • Document Scannersunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
  • Human Machine Interface (HMI)unmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
  • Internet Securityunmatched
  • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Network Administration/Managementunmatched
  • Network Integrationunmatched
  • Network Supportunmatched
  • Network Systemsunmatched
  • Operational Improvementunmatched
  • Operational Strategyunmatched
  • Printersunmatched
  • Process Improvementunmatched
  • Production Systemsunmatched
  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)unmatched
  • System Architectureunmatched
  • System Integration (SI)unmatched
  • Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
  • Systems/Internals Programmingunmatched
  • Technical Leadershipunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • VLAN (Virtual Local Area Network)unmatched

Description

IT & Automation Systems Specialist


Onsite | Full-Time | Direct Hire | Excellent Benefits | $74,000-95,000


CFS Technology has been retained by a well-established and growing Central California organization to identify an IT & Automation Systems Specialist. This is a unique opportunity for a hands-on professional who enjoys working at the intersection of industrial automation, operational technology (OT), and IT infrastructure.


In this role, you'll partner with operations and IT leadership to improve production uptime, optimize automated systems, and support the technology that keeps manufacturing operations running efficiently. If you have experience with PLCs, industrial controls, networking, and production systems, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact.


Key Responsibilities



  • Own and support PLC, HMI, and industrial control systems across automated production lines.

  • Troubleshoot complex automation, controls, and equipment issues to minimize downtime.

  • Lead automation upgrades, system enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Standardize control system programming, documentation, and best practices.

  • Support industrial network infrastructure, including switches, VLANs, and device connectivity.

  • Ensure reliable communication between PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, and production servers.

  • Partner with IT on backups, cybersecurity, and system architecture.

  • Assist with ERP and automation system integrations to improve operational efficiency.

  • Provide Tier II support for plant and office technology, including PCs, printers, scanners, and label systems.

  • Support user access, operational software, and production data systems.

  • Mentor maintenance technicians and help prioritize automation and IT support activities.


Qualifications



  • 3+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls, or manufacturing IT.

  • Hands-on experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting.

  • Knowledge of industrial networking, system integration, and automation technologies.

  • Experience providing IT support within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

  • Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical controls, automation, and IT systems.

  • Valid California driver's license may be required.


Preferred Experience



  • Food processing, agriculture, or fresh produce manufacturing.

  • High-speed production or packaging equipment.

  • ERP integration and production data systems.

  • Continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives.



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Numbers & Facts

LocationFresno, CA
IndustryFinancial Services
Salary$74,000–$95,000 Per Year
Company Size500 to 999 employees
Year Founded1994
Websitehttp://www.cfstaffing.com/

About Company

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

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