PLC Maintenance Technician *BRAND NEW FACILITY OPENING* - Nature's Bakery
Salt Lake City, UT
About the Job
Who are we?
As a collection of brands including KIND, Nature's Bakery, and trü frü within the Health and Wellness Division of Mars Snacking, we are proud to offer healthy snacking options to our consumers. From granola to snack bars and better for you hyper-chilled and hyper-dried chocolate covered fruit, we believe that the choice to snack healthier should be an easy and desirable one. With real, recognizable ingredients in every bite, we're on a mission to inspire everyone to snack better.
We're on the lookout for passionate Associates to join our dynamic, growth-oriented team! If you're someone who loves to dive in and make things happen, we want you!
Join us to become the foremost leader in health & wellness and provide healthy snacking choices to our consumers! Come be part of our journey to become the leading force in health and wellness, providing tasty and nutritious snacking choices to our consumers!
This is your chance to get in on the action from the very beginning!
Our brand-new facility, opening in 2025, offers you the rare opportunity to be part of the initial build-out and planning. As a PLC Technician, you won't just maintain old equipment—you'll work with the latest, most advanced technology out there. Say goodbye to outdated machines and hello to a state-of-the-art environment where your expertise will help shape the future. If you're looking for an exciting, hands-on role in a high-tech facility, this is your moment to make an impact and build something incredible with us!
Position: PLC Technician
All candidates, should have basic understanding in automated industrial machinery, which includes motors, servos, pumps, drives, relays, etc. and hydraulic and pneumatic systems; packaging, conveyance, liquid and powder manufacturing equipment and processes; PLC trouble shooting; electrical and mechanical drawings; installation and troubleshoot basic three phase motor control circuits; and breakdown analysis as well as the following:
- Reading blueprints and schematics.
- Knowledge of programming languages relevant to PLCs.
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical control systems, including PLC controls, networking, and HMI systems.
- Initiate and develop control system modifications and new projects to improve plant performance and reliability.
- Knowledge of Wiring, Hydraulic Systems, and Pneumatic Systems.
What it's like at Nature's Bakery
- Safety is a top priority for us. We provide protective gear and training to ensure a safe work environment.
- You'll work around moving machines – mixers, conveyor belts, and forklifts.
- Some activities may require standing in one place for long periods, lifting up to 40 lbs, walking around, or climbing stairs.
- We are climate controlled. When the weather outside is undesirable, the temperature inside our facility is controlled, so you stay safe and comfortable.
- Dress code. Relaxed, with a few rules to follow for safety. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes are required.
- Career growth. Most of our current Operations managers, supervisors and leads have risen through the ranks and been promoted from within.
Nature's Bakery, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment and embrace the diverse talent of its people. We consider all qualified applicants for employment and will not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any terms and conditions of employment because of any basis protected by federal, state, local law including race, religion, nation origin, sex, age, marital status, physical and mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and genetic information.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Good Stuff – Benefits
Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That's why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
- 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
- Paid vacation (40 hours)
- Paid time off (40 hours)
- Holiday pay (11 days)
- Paid short-term disability
- Paid life insurance
- Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
- Wellness Benefits and Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
This job might of interest if you have worked in:
PLC Technician, Automation Technician, Controls Technician, Industrial Automation Technician, PLC Programmer, Electrical Technician, Maintenance Technician - PLC
What We Offer...
We are proud to provide a robust benefits package to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life.
- Competitive salary, including a target bonus and an impressive benefits package.
- A 401(k) plan, complete with a generous company match!
- Flexible Paid Time Off. Choose what works best for you.
- Excellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you & your family's needs.
- Casual office dress code - feel free to wear your KIND, Nature's Bakery and trü frü gear!
- A dynamic, ambitious and fun work environment
EEO
We are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you require special accommodation, please let us know.
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