Controls, Automation & Electrical Technician; PLC

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Ray Bahl

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Salary: $34 - $45 per hour

Founded decades ago and based in Lathrop, California, we are a rapidly growing food and beverage manufacturing organization specializing in advanced aseptic processing and packaging solutions. Our team focuses on delivering high-quality products through cutting‑edge automation, strong engineering collaboration, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence. We pride ourselves on building a culture centered on communication, employee development, and continuous improvement while investing in technologies that support the future of food manufacturing.

• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• Career Growth:
  Opportunities to expand automation and engineering skillsets
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• HSA Medical Plan with Annual Employer Contribution
• Employee Perks Program:
  Discounts on travel, shopping, and more
• Collaborative Work Environment:
  Cross‑functional engineering, operations, and maintenance teams
• Stable & Growing Business:
  Continued expansion creating long‑term career opportunities

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC systems, HMIs, VFD drives, and robotic automation systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical wiring, instrumentation, and sensors across automated production lines.
• Support automation upgrades, commissioning, and integration of new equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation for automation and electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and FDA manufacturing regulations.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and reliability.
• Work cross‑functionally with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to resolve automation issues.

Needed

• Technical training, certification, or degree in Electrical Technology, Automation, Controls Engineering, or related field preferred.

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls, or electrical systems.

• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (Allen‑Bradley preferred).
• Experience with instrumentation, electrical schematics, and motion control systems.
• Hands‑on experience troubleshooting automation equipment and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of industrial automation components such as HMIs, VFDs, and sensors.

• Exposure to Beckhoff controls, Fanuc robotics, or vision systems.

• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑focused manufacturing environment.

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