Join Cargill as a Lead Automation Technician and be part of a global team dedicated to providing high-quality food products. You will troubleshoot advanced electrical systems, work with PLC programming, and oversee daily maintenance activities in a dynamic environment focused on sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
Troubleshoot advanced electrical systems
PLC programming
Building and installing electrical control packages
Install/Troubleshoot/Repair networking systems
Repair/Troubleshoot production equipment
Read electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic schematics
Provide assistance/coverage to AE&I Technicians
Perform printer setups and editing for code dating products
Troubleshoot/calibrate scales
Coordinate OTJ training for AE&I Technicians
Coverage of vacations and call-ins for team
Assist in directing daily activities of team
Directing radio calls and communicating with other departments
Assist in scheduled work planning
Represent maintenance team on any process team, safety team, FSQR teams
Participation in conducting training or developing training materials
Documenting daily work assigned on paper and in maintenance management system
Utilize MRO system
Cleanliness and housekeeping
Ensuring food safety and quality
Identify problems and make suggestions to improve operational processes
Required Qualifications
Must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
Must be 18 years or older
Must be able to read and write in the prevalent language of technical literature utilized at the facility
Must have knowledge of hand and power tools, ability to identify proper tool for specific tasks
Ability to participate in HAZMAT membership, at minimum supporting role
Ability to work independently and with other technicians
Ability to work with little supervision
AutoCAD Electrical
Education in or willingness to complete courses in Fluid Power Fundamentals, Fundamentals of Mechanical Systems, Fluid Power Systems, Industrial Principles, Concepts of Electronics 1, Fluid Power Systems, Control Systems, Introduction to Programmable Controls, Concepts of Electronics 2, Control Logix, and Advanced Control Systems
Preferred Qualifications
Previous industrial maintenance experience
Two year degree that relates to the maintenance field
Previous leadership experience
Benefits & Perks
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug InsuranceHealth and Wellness IncentivesPaid time off after 30 daysPaid Holidays401(k) with Cargill matching contributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)Short-Term Disability and Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition Reimbursement