Controls Technician

Controls Technician HOURS: Night Shift; 2 PM – 10:30 PM M- F Pay: Starting at $32.00 - $35.00/hr EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree or certification (Industrial Automation) Preferred REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance Experience with PLC, VFDs, Instrumentation, and Control systems Prior diagnostic, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance experience Working knowledge of Programmable Logic Control (PLC) with the ability to write basic code and troubleshoot equipment issues using program logic. Industrial Network and switch experience to include Ethernet controls Electrical troubleshooting skills a must with experience on 24vac, 24vdc, 110vac, up to 480vac three phase. VFD programming and troubleshooting skills Experience setting up and calibrating various instruments, including flowmeters, conductivity, level, and temperature sensors. MAINTENANCE: Instrumental in implementing and maintaining the Preventative Maintenance Program of all instrument control systems and components. Determine by regular inspections the maintenance and repair work necessary to prevent breakdowns and major overhauls on instrument controls system and components. Implements and carries out proper procedures for troubleshooting control systems, ensuring that all equipment is expediently repaired to minimize downtime and improve the plant's overall operation efficiency. Instruct maintenance mechanics on proper procedures for troubleshooting and basic repair of control systems. Repair, calibrate, adjust, and set equipment. Remove and install parts by trade practice and manufacturer/company specifications. Carry out maintenance work orders as directed. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 18 years or older Some experience with mechanical systems, utilizing product manuals, troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns, and reading mechanical drawings. Basic computer skills Ability to follow manufacturer's specifications and direction The ability to demonstrate knowledge of their functions and the ability to troubleshoot and fix system issues is preferred Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision Ensures a safe working environment while performing assigned tasks Communicates work order progress to supervisor and production operators Customer-focused and able to work in a collaborative team Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule About Land O'Lakes, Inc. Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list. We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root. Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy. Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested. Land O’Lakes is a Fortune 250, farmer-owned agriculture and food manufacturing cooperative. We are headquartered just outside the Twin Cities, with locations across the US and a presence in 60 countries around the world. For disability accessibility or disability accommodation help, please call our HR Solution Center at 844-565-4748, M-F 8:00am-4:30pm CT. View your application status here.