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Automation Controls Specialist

Equiliem
United States, Illinois, North Aurora
Jul 02, 2025
What You Will Be Doing: Provide automation controls support to a highly automated and fast paced baking, or distribution facility. The position will require experience with the latest versions of the Allen Bradley family of PLC's, VFD's and HMI's/Client's to be used in conjunction with a strong understanding of electrical controls systems, mechanical drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, PC's, Robotics, and Controls networks. Review key plant metrics/KPIs and equipment data to identify potential areas for continuous improvement then lead a team to develop an engineered solution Provide electrical troubleshooting and industrial controls support to the maintenance department What We Will Need From You: Provide leadership and, or training to one or two other automation technicians. Promote a strong teamwork environment Supports without hesitation General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes & are Priority #1. Work requires the ability to read, write and communicate in English in order to understand and follow work and safety instructions. Capable of moving up and down building stairways in a multi-level plant to reach job assignments and perform the tasks required. Worker will be exposed to all hazards of machinery and equipment in an operational baking environment This position is not a relief/fill-in Supervisor for Maintenance Supervisor absence Education and Work Experience: EE Degree, or equivalent Three, or more years' experience in the Automation field A combination of education, training, and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted. Equipment specific knowledge may be required based on location Strong experience with the following software packages Rockwell Controls Software AutoCad (Preferred) Microsoft Office Strong overall electrical knowledge and experience with electrical and industrial control systems. Excellent communication skills and effective team building skills a must Experience in a food processing plant is a plus The physical and mental demands described in each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job. Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #ZR