Industrial Controls Technician

Industrial Controls Technician (Day & Night Shift)

The Industrial Controls Technician is responsible for the troubleshooting, maintenance, and reliable operation of automation, controls, and instrumentation systems across a 24/7 food manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on troubleshooting role (no programming or code modification is required).

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; 3+ years of industrial maintenance, electrical, or controls experience.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled systems; ability to navigate ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagrams to diagnose faults and check I/O without modifying code.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems up to 480 VAC including motor controls, VFDs, and servo drives.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, P&IDs, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with industrial instrumentation; temperature, pressure, flow, and level devices.
• Familiarity with HMI systems and SCADA platforms; Ignition experience is a plus.
• Must be comfortable working independently on off-shifts with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work 8 or 12-hour shifts, day or night, including holidays and emergency call-ins.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve controls issues on pasteurizers, blending systems, fillers, CIP systems, and packaging lines.
• Navigate PLC programs to identify faults, verify I/O, and diagnose control issues across a variety of platforms (no code modification required).
• Respond to equipment alarms and production calls, diagnose root cause, and restore operations safely and efficiently.
• Inspect, maintain, and replace instrumentation including sensors, transmitters, flow meters, and control valves.
• Perform preventive maintenance including panel inspections, sensor calibrations, and device replacements.
• Troubleshoot VFDs, servo drives, motor starters, and associated electrical controls.
• Use eMaint CMMS to document corrective maintenance, inspections, and parts usage.
• Communicate equipment conditions clearly to management and production teams.
• Follow all LOTO, GMP, food safety, and OSHA requirements.

Why Join Us

• Troubleshooting-focused role in a stable, established food manufacturing facility
• Competitive hourly wage with shift differential and guaranteed minimum call-in pay.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401K with match, and Profit Sharing.
• Work alongside experienced automation and controls leadership with opportunities to expand your technical skills and grow your career.

About Peace River Citrus Products

Peace River Citrus Products, Inc. (PRCP) is a vertically-integrated grower partner, fruit processor, beverage base manufacturer/packager, and solutions provider of citrus-derived products and services, supplying global and regional brands as well as private label producers.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace