Industrial Controls Electrician / PLC Programmer

Position Description

Position Title: Industrial Controls Electrician / PLC Programmer

Department: Maintenance

Location: Brooklyn, OH

Reports To: Plant Manager

Classification: Hourly – Non-Exempt

Position Summary:

The Industrial Controls Electrician / PLC Programmer is responsible for maintaining and improving manufacturing equipment through industrial electrical troubleshooting, PLC programming, and controls system support. This position combines hands-on electrical work with the ability to diagnose, modify, and develop programs across multiple automation platforms. The ideal candidate has strong industrial electrical experience and working knowledge of Allen-Bradley, Siemens, FANUC, and other industrial controls software.

Essential Job Duties:

• Design, configure, install, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and PC-based control programs for production machinery.
• Diagnose electrical, controls, and automation faults to restore safe and reliable equipment operation.
• Write, revise, debug, and document PLC ladder logic and other applicable control programs.
• Work with multiple control platforms, including Allen-Bradley, Siemens, FANUC, and similar systems.
• Use laptops, handheld programmers, test instruments, and electrical drawings to troubleshoot equipment.
• Install, hardwire, maintain, and repair control panels, electrical components, and associated machinery.
• Read and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics and technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot and redesign equipment controls as needed to improve performance, safety, and reliability.
• Support machine installations, upgrades, commissioning, and preventive maintenance activities.
• Maintain accurate records of program changes, backups, maintenance, and materials used.
• Coordinate parts needs, support fabrication and mechanical repairs as qualified, and follow lockout/tagout requirements.
• Identify and correct safety hazards; perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Journeyman electrician certification preferred; equivalent demonstrated industrial electrical and programming experience will be considered.

Required Experience/Skills:

• 3–5 years of industrial electrical maintenance, controls, automation, or related experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to program, modify, and troubleshoot PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with multiple platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and FANUC strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in PLC ladder logic, software diagnostics, and documentation of program changes.
• Ability to read electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics and troubleshoot control panels.
• Knowledge of electrical wiring, industrial components, electrical codes, and lockout/tagout.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a production environment.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, moderate noise, dust, dirt, and fumes.
• Position requires concentration, accuracy, and focused attention to safety.
• May travel to other company locations as required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform essential functions.

About Sherwood Valve

For over 100 years, as a leading industrial valve manufacturer, Sherwood has remained committed to continuous improvement, seeking to strengthen our position of industry leadership by developing our employees, exceeding customer expectations, and being accountable in our communities.

Sherwood offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, paid time-off, safety equipment reimbursement, casual dress work environment, and a solid 401(k) retirement plan to promote financial security.

Sherwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.