PLC & Instrumentation Technician

Garelick Farms, Dairy Farmers of America, is excited to announce an opening for a 1st Shift

PLC & Instrumentation Technician

We offer excellent benefits and competitive pay with great growth opportunities!

Hours: 1st shift 8:00am - 5:00PM

Flexibility required to work off hours and weekends

Rate $35.00-$40.00/hr.

Sign on Bonus of $1,500 for External Candidates

General Purpose

Install, monitor, and repair PLC devices (Programmable Logic Control) and functions related to PLC devices such as

hardware (microchips, wiring) and software programs. Support PLCs, HMIs (Human Machine Interface),

instrumentation, and other electronics. Ensure the equipment is operating at desired capacity and producing a quality

product. Work with a limited degree of supervision and complete and/or provide guidance on complex problems and/or

new assignments. Function as the go-to subject matter resource.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust control systems to include PLCs, HMIs, and field devices
• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust power and motor control systems and frequency drives
• Locate, diagnose, and repair problems causing equipment downtime or unsatisfactory equipment performance
• Perform both unscheduled and scheduled work as well as preventative/predictive maintenance on equipment to

help achieve a goal of zero downtime and one hundred percent efficiency

• Monitor PLC devices and systems to ensure functionality
• Test connections between PLC devices and other equipment
• Conduct regular safety inspections
• Continuously work with the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to develop and maintain

accurate parts inventory levels as well as an accurate accountability of asset performance

• Maintain and repair equipment in all areas of the plant/plant utilities as needed and assist with set up and

installation of new equipment utilities (e.g., compressed air/pneumatics, water systems, refrigeration, steam,

heat, ventilation, etc., equipment)

• Provide technical support for users and other technicians
• Train and mentor team members to include other technicians and operators
• Document and maintain procedural documents
• Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems

and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

• Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding

health and safety issues

• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate

regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee,

but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required