Automation Technician/PLC (Grave shift)

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Located in Logan, UT

Salary: $35 + DOE

Express Employment Professionals is seeking a skilled Automation Maintenance Technician (Grave shift) to support, maintain, repair, and install automated systems throughout a manufacturing facility. This role combines hands-on equipment maintenance with PLC troubleshooting and programming to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production operations.

Possible schedule and salary :

• 7:00 pm - 7:00 am (Permanent Schedule)
• Will train on day shift for at least 3 months, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
• Starting wage $33.35 - $47.44 (Starting wage based on qualifications, skills, and experience) Grave Differential: +$1.44 (After training).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and install automation and packaging systems across the plant
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC programming and automation issues
• Perform assembly, disassembly, preventive maintenance, and repairs on print and packaging equipment
• Verify quality control standards including product weights, coding, and packaging accuracy
• Ensure all work complies with GMP, safety, and quality assurance standards
• Maintain accurate documentation and maintenance records
• Respond promptly to equipment issues to minimize production downtime
• Communicate effectively with the maintenance team and management to support optimal plant efficiency
• Learn and operate various machines and systems while maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Participate in ongoing training related to new equipment and automation projects
• Maintain punctuality and reliable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of machine operations and troubleshooting
• Demonstrated understanding of PLC operation and programming
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, continuously changing manufacturing environment
• Effective communication skills to support safety, quality, and efficiency
• Ability to read and follow SOPs and company guidelines
• Capable of prioritizing tasks and operating multiple machines simultaneously
• Understanding of upstream and downstream manufacturing processes

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 1+ year of PLC operation, programming, or troubleshooting experience
• Food manufacturing maintenance experience (3 years)
• Experience with Allen Bradley Software
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test
• Must be able to provide 3 professional references
• Able to pass a physical and hearing test
• Able to pass a written aptitude test

Why Join Us?

• Great health and dental insurance after 600 hours!!
• 401 K, 5% Match
• $2000 sign on bonus
• 5 day vacation pay as soon as at 90 day, 10 days vacation pay at 1 year, 15 days at 5 years!!
• Double time Sundays starting from day 1
• Raises start as soon as 90 days!
• Job security YEAR round and over time available!!

Apply today at www.Expresspros.com/loganut to join a team where your automation and PLC skills make a real impact.

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