We are seeking a skilled and dedicated PLC Controls Technician to join our team in Louisville, KY. In this critical role, you will report directly to the Maintenance Manager and play a key part in ensuring optimal performance of electrical and automation systems within a mission-critical, 24/7 production environment. Candidates must be able to work daily and weekend overtime as needed.\
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Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience and internal equity
Bonus opportunity and 401(k) with matching
Comprehensive health and wellness plans, including mental wellbeing support
Tuition reimbursement, career development, and learning resources
Paid time off, flexible scheduling, and volunteer opportunities
Responsibilities:
Operate, maintain, and support the plant?s electrical infrastructure and control systems
Monitor and troubleshoot plant electrical systems, including wiring, programming, and integration of equipment
Lead and support automation projects and oversee contractor services
Design, develop, and troubleshoot ladder logic and flow diagrams
Support Human Machine Interface (HMI), SCADA systems, and related databases
Ensure facility uptime through effective programming and maintenance strategies
Utilize diagnostic tools (e.g., multimeter, oscilloscope, megometer) for system analysis and repair
Prepare and interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, and P&ID drawings
Remain available for emergency response situations
Working hours: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Skills:
Experience with design, troubleshooting, and support of SCADA and HMI systems
Working knowledge of desktop software configuration and networking/communications protocols
Prior experience facilitating plant automation projects
Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced, high-uptime manufacturing environments
Education:
High School
Experience:
4-7 years
Qualifications:
Two-year technical degree in Electrical Technology or a related field
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with PLCs, instrumentation, and servos
Proficiency in real-time process software programming of PLCs
Solid understanding of electrical control systems and switchgear
Experience with electrical controls, VFDs, pneumatics, motors/drives, gearboxes, and power transmission systems
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and process instrumentation drawings
Familiarity with diagnostic tools and standard operating procedures
Ready to take the next step in your controls and automation career? Apply today and help power the future of reliable, round-the-clock production systems. Send your resume to spherionprofessionals-dl@spherion.com
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