What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Technician position at Agropur Inc.?
Job Type:
RegularInvest in you, Join Agropur. We dairy you!
What Agropur invests in YOU:
- Two pay increases within first year of employment!
- Comprehensive benefits package focusing on your physical, financial and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to a 7% company match
- Paid Time Off (available on day 1)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Discounts
- Bonus Program
- Uniform Program
- Shoe Allowance
- Support and resources to meet everyday challenges
- Wellness resources to help you stay fit and well
- Internal Advancement Opportunities
- Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs
- Opportunities to support our local communities
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committees
- Chance to apply best practices in sustainability and environmental initiatives
- Commitment to producing high quality nutritious products and providing nourishment around the world
What this role is all about:
We are looking for an Automation Technician in Weyauwega, WI.
The Automation Technician uses knowledge of electronics, mechanics and computers to troubleshoot and repair instrumentation and computer-controlled systems.
- $36.24/hour
- $1.50 Shift Differential
- Double Time on Sundays and holidays
- Monday - Friday
- 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot the automation system using various PLC programs.
- Perform checks and calibration of plant floor equipment.
- Help plant production personnel troubleshoot production problems.
- Install and test systems.
- Make program changes as needed to help the production areas run more efficiently.
- Conduct work in a safe manner and abide by all company safety policies.
- Troubleshoot electrical circuits, motors and equipment controls.
- This position uses electrical measuring equipment i.e. Fluke Multimeter and Process Meter.
What you need:
- Education:
- Associate’s or Technical Degree in Electrical Technology or related field required.
- Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
- Experience:
- Minimum three (3) years of related experience preferred.
- 4-20mA control Loops.
- Troubleshooting using Electrical prints, PLC logic, and measuring equipment.
- Understanding P&ID’s.
- Intermediate skills using Rockwell Automation software.
- Intermediate Auto CAD skills.
Where you’ll be working:
Our Weyauwega, WI, plant is home to approximately 225 employees. This facility produces award-winning feta and aged cheddar cheese, as well as lactose and reduced lactose whey.
- Agropur’s US operations produce approximately 1 billion pounds of quality, award winning cheese each year. The US operations produce more than 20 different cheese varieties along with whey protein and dry ingredients.
AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.
Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will therefore work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.
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