Controls Technical Specialist II

 

We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?

 

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Introducing Nestlé Purina’s new Williamsburg Township, Ohio, factory – just 30 miles east of Cincinnati. This world-class factory will be built from the ground up to produce a wide variety of some of the most trusted and beloved pet care brands in the U.S. Our passionate team in Williamsburg Township will work in an environment that values safety, the latest technology in manufacturing and a culture of learning. Help us write the next chapter of Purina’s history.

 

As a Controls Technical Specialist II, you will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining and enhancing the accuracy, reliability and system controls data credibility of PLC and PC-based automation systems. In this role, you will oversee PLC upgrades and wiring modifications on production equipment and work directly with our maintenance team to troubleshoot and support production line modifications.

 

The first several months of this role are project related with the goal of planning and developing the department as we approach operational startup. This position will require travel up to 25% for training purposes to other Nestle Purina factory locations within the U.S. There will be little to no travel required once the Williamsburg Township facility is operational.

 

This position will start out working a Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm schedule. Once the facility reaches operation, the schedule will adjust to working plant operational schedule of 2-2-3 (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on).

 

• Configure, program and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controls (PLC)
• Perform Preventive Maintenance for controls and organize electrical/control parts inventory
• Provide programming and electrical support on plant capital projects
• Implement control systems software upgrade
• Provide instrumentation, PLC, HMI/SCADA and Ignition software and hardware support to plant maintenance staff

 

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 4+ years’ experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or PLC-based HMI-system

OR

• Associate’s Degree in a technical discipline
• 3+ years' applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or PC-based HMI systems

 

Other

• Associates degree in a technical discipline preferred
• Must be willing to travel up to 25% for training purposes until factory operational startup. There will be little to no travel required once the Williamsburg Township facility is operational.

 

Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration.

 

The approximate pay range for this position is $70,000 - $95,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Making an Impact | Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com).

 

REQUISITION ID:

316023

 

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