About Barilla
At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we've blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.
Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world's top food company by reputation. With 20 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.
Our success story is written by a passionate team of 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.
Job Purpose:
The Automation Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and maintenance of Automation and Controls systems in a dynamic environment requiring minimal downtime of the machinery. Shift Information: 3:00pm - 11:00pm; Monday - Friday.
Key Accountabilities:
- Partner with Automation Professional to troubleshoot automation issues.
- Basic skills in using in Allen Bradley PLC's RSLogix 5000, 500, 5, RSlinx, RSNetworx, and RSLinx.
- Ethernet IP, DeviceNet, ControlNet, Sercos, and Serial communication protocols.
- Experience with Wonderware and Factory Talk View Studio HMIs.
- Computer Skills & Knowledge - can use a Windows PC & has experience with the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook & Power Point).
- Can read and interpret IEC standard electrical drawings.
- Experience with installation & commissioning of small to large low voltage (480VAC) AC & DC drives.
- Experience with temperature controllers & (PID) loops .
- Knowledge of electric theory and perform electrical calculations.
- Proficient in reading electrical drawings, identifying components and wiring including PI & D drawings.
- Ability to troubleshoot using electrical instruments and circuit knowledge, both 3 phase electrical systems & low voltage power systems (control & signal).
- Ability to install, wire and maintain relays, photo-eyes, limit switches, proximity switches, solenoid valves, motors, starters, VFD's, PLC I/O modules, analog control devices, safety circuits, etc.
- Ability to install and maintain metal detectors, checkweighers, date coders and case coders.
- Identification of improvements. Programming (minor modifications/configuration) to implement improvements in the PLC Logic and HMIs. Save, upload and download programs when modification/improvements are implemented.
- Lead and drive the efforts of Continuous Improvement and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Assist with execution of safety work orders.
- Support maintenance team by working on shift when necessary (shift coverage or training).
- Assist with training for maintenance technicians on using PLC troubleshooting tools
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance as necessary on all production and packaging equipment.
- Troubleshoot any maintenance issues throughout the plant, including PLC's and VFD's.
- Complete various projects and work orders as assigned.
- Partner with Processing and Packaging to ensure product flow (e.g., work with operators on troubleshooting, machine operation and format/size changes).
- Prioritize maintenance work and assist other maintenance technicians.
- Assist and/or lead in maintenance procedures through contractors/vendors.
- Work and communicate well with others and effectively contribute to the working relationships within the plant.
- Day and Night shift support as needed
Additional Information:
AA degree in maintenance or an equivalent trade school certificate preferred but not required.
Requires a minimum of 3 years of manufacturing maintenance experience (mechanical and electrical) Prior knowledge of Automation and Controls Systems include: Allen Bradley PLCs; Wonderware In-Touch and Rockwell HMIs; Cognex, Vision Systems; Ethernet IP and DeviceNet communication protocols; VFDs, and Motion Controls Systems (servo motors). and experience with PLC's and VFD's. Basic knowledge of MSOffice.
Diverse candidates and veterans encouraged to apply.
Barilla is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Barilla to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard characteristics including, but not limited to, age, race, color, culture, ethnicity, nationality, faith, religion, gender, pregnancy, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran or protected veteran status, political opinions, health or disability.
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Barilla America, Inc
May 09, 2025