**Job Description** **DFA is seeking an experienced PLC Technician to join our team!!!** **We offer:** **Competitive wages** **Benefits** **401k** **PTO** **Paid Holidays** **Growth Opportunities** **And Much More!!** **The PLC Technician will:** + Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust control systems to include PLCs, HMIs, and field devices + Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust power and motor control systems and frequency drives + Locate, diagnose, and repair problems causing equipment downtime or unsatisfactory equipment performance + Perform both unscheduled and scheduled work as well as preventative/predictive maintenance on equipment to help achieve a goal of zero downtime and one hundred percent efficiency + Monitor PLC devices and systems to ensure functionality + Test connections between PLC devices and other equipment + Conduct regular safety inspections + Continuously work with the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to develop and maintain accurate parts inventory levels as well as an accurate accountability of asset performance + Maintain and repair equipment in all areas of the plant/plant utilities as needed and assist with set up and installation of new equipment utilities (e.g., compressed air/pneumatics, water systems, refrigeration, steam, heat, ventilation, etc., equipment) + Provide technical support for users and other technicians + Train and mentor team members to include other technicians and operators + Document and maintain procedural documents + Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production + Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques + Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes + Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues + Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements + The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required **Requirements** **Requirements:** + High school diploma or equivalent + Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as industrial automation, electricity-electronics, PLC, etc. + 4 to 6 years of industrial maintenance electrical, PLC, or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment + Certification and/or License – state certified electrician license and other certifications and/or licenses may be required during course of employment An Equal Opportunity Employer