Manufacturing Automation Technician - PLC​/HMI

About The Role

Current position provides PLC programming and support for all PLC/HMI applications on the factory floor. Creates/modifies/troubleshoots PLC/HMI as well as programmable devices as needed for process improvements, failures, and new designs in coordination with internal and external engineering, production, and maintenance.

SHIFT – 1st

PAY – $25/hr

An associate’s degree or equivalent 2‑year degree in Industrial Mechatronics, Automation, or Electronics is strongly preferred.

• Prior experience performing electrical, pneumatic, and electronic troubleshooting and service of CNC machinery and/or automation equipment is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience with PLC and HMI programming / troubleshooting and associated software applications from vendors such as SEW‑EURODRIVE, Rockwell Automation, Siemens, and others.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic prints.
• Ability to use CAD Applications such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, Visio to view and modify electrical drawings as needed.

• Create and modify various PLC/HMI programs as required.
• Assist with tracking and providing backups on various programmable devices in use on the manufacturing floor.
• Troubleshoot issues as they relate to PLC/HMI.
• Modify electrical components on machinery to improve performance.
• Program additional devices as necessary (prox. sensors, level probes, flow meters).
• Work with engineering, maintenance, and production to provide robust solutions that meet all department needs.
• Read detailed electrical and modify CAD drawings as required.
• Use measuring tools, hand and power tools, utility equipment and AMP/Volt Meters (AC/DC).

10% shift premium is paid for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.

SEW‑EURODRIVE provides a generous benefits package to all full‑time employees. These benefits start on Day One.

There is no monthly premium required for employee coverage.

• Medical Insurance – Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Audio, and Prescription Drug coverage + $125 annual reimbursement for eligible vitamins and minerals.
• Life Insurance worth 2.5 times annual base pay. Includes Accidental Death & Dismemberment.
• Disability – Includes both Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Medical and/or Dependent Care available annually during open enrollment.
• Timely Evaluations with potential for a pay increase.
• Paid Vacation – 2 weeks of vacation accrual per year to start, increasing after five and ten years of service.
• Holiday Pay – Twelve paid holidays per year.
• Retirement Benefits – Includes 401(k) with Profit‑Sharing Contribution and 200% Company Match on the first 3% deferred to the 401(k).
• Additional Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions – Unused time is paid out annually.
• Paid Parental Leave – To assist new parents.
• Onsite Clinic Services – On‑site medical services by licensed providers at no cost.
• Education Assistance Programs – Student Loan Repayment / Tuition Assistance options.
• Counseling Resources – Easy and convenient access to professional counseling services online.
• Wellness Resources – Comprehensive interactive wellness program with opportunities to earn points for awards / gift cards.
• Uniforms/Subsidies – Uniform subsidies and/or uniforms are provided as applicable.
• Safety Shoes – Subsidy for OSHA‑approved safety shoes as needed.
• Employee Assistance Programs – Program to help employees navigate challenging life circumstances.

Additional job requirements and responsibilities will be discussed during the interview process.