Join Cargill as a Lead Automation Technician and be part of a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality food products. You'll troubleshoot and maintain advanced electrical systems while contributing to a sustainable future in a full-time role.
Key Responsibilities
Troubleshoot advanced electrical systems
PLC programming
Building and installing electrical control packages
Install, troubleshoot, and repair networking systems
Repair and troubleshoot production equipment
Read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics
Provide assistance and coverage to AE&I Technicians
Perform printer setups and editing for code dating products
Troubleshoot and calibrate scales
Coordinate on-the-job training for AE&I Technicians
Coverage of vacations and call-ins for team
Assist in directing daily activities of team
Direct radio calls and communicate with other departments
Assist in scheduled work planning
Represent maintenance team on process, safety, and FSQR teams
Participate in conducting training or developing training materials
Document daily work assigned in maintenance management system
Utilize MRO system
Ensure cleanliness and housekeeping
Ensure food safety and quality
Utilize parts in inventory to repair equipment and document usage
Identify problems and suggest improvements to 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