Controls Technician (Electrical & Instrumentation)
Longmont, CO, USA
Job Number: 6826
Join a Fortune 500 food manufacturer with some of the most well-known brands in the U.S. This is a state-of-the-art facility offering excellent pay, benefits, and a great culture.
Schedule: Dayshift (5:45 AM – 6:15 PM) or Nightshift (5:45 PM – 6:15 AM)
Pay: $44.47/hr (Level 6) plus $3/hr adder for nights
What you’ll do:
-
Ensure the manufacture of consumer foods meets all safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
-
Support and promote site safety policies; identify unsafe conditions and coach peers to maintain a safe work environment.
-
Operate, maintain, clean, and perform changeovers on production equipment in compliance with GMP and sanitation standards.
-
Perform preventive maintenance, work orders, lubrication, troubleshooting, and repairs to maximize equipment performance; recommend and implement improvements as needed.
-
Inspect, maintain, and repair electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation systems.
-
Proficient in troubleshooting and operation of:
-
Power Distribution
-
Allen-Bradley Studio5000 / Logix5000 hardware & software
-
Drives & Motion Control
-
FactoryTalk ME & SE
-
Ethernet/IP Control Networks
-
Food Manufacturing & Utility Instrumentation
-
-
Utilize prints, schematics, manuals, and testing equipment to perform maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
-
Adhere to company drawing, documentation, and recordkeeping standards.
-
Coach and mentor team members on automation systems, machine functionality, and defect resolution.
-
Actively participate in training and qualification programs, ensuring consistent standards and building technician skills.
-
Apply continuous improvement tools to reduce downtime and eliminate losses; document and implement corrective actions.
-
Serve as a system owner for technical, safety, or quality systems; create and update documentation (SOPs, Job Aids, PMs, etc.).
-
Stay current by attending technical training, vendor sessions, and scheduled maintenance activities; maintain expertise in E&I technologies.
-
Maintain low-voltage qualification (within 12 months of hire).
-
Use computer systems to record repair/maintenance activities, track parts usage, and communicate effectively (shift pass-downs, email, online training, etc.).
-
Lead projects to improve safety, quality, or production in assigned areas.
-
Collaborate effectively within a team and support peers as needed.
-
Perform other duties as assigned.
What We’re Looking For:
-
High School Diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or training preferred.
-
5+ years of experience working with:
-
PLCs (Allen-Bradley Studio5000/Logix5000)
-
Drives & Motion Control
-
FactoryTalk ME & SE
-
Ethernet/IP networks
-
Sensors, instrumentation, and power distribution systems
-
-
Mechanical/maintenance background a plus; food manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
-
Strong troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills.
-
Flexible to work 13-hour and overtime as needed.
6826