Controls Technician

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Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill's protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Job Location :   Columbus, NE

Job Type : Full Time

Shift Available :   2nd

Compensation :   $29.18 - $39.24 / hr

Benefits Information

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance

Health and Wellness Incentives

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(k) with Cargill matching contributions

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Principal Accountabilities

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

Utilize MRO system

Cleanliness and housekeeping

Ensuring food safety and quality

Documenting daily work assigned on paper and in maintenance management system

Utilize parts in inventory to repair equipment and follow procedures for documenting usage

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 work in the US without an humanitarian Parole status related to Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua or Venezuela which is subject to the Federal Register Notice of revocation by DHS on March 25, 2025

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

Willingness to participate in HAZMAT membership, at minimum supporting role

Ability to work independently and with other technicians

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

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability / Vet

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