S. Martinelli & Company · 3 weeks ago
Class 1A, Controls Technician/Programmer
Watsonville, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$46/hr - $46/hr
5+ years expS. Martinelli & Company is a long-established producer of award-winning apple juice located in California's Central Coast. The Controls Technician/Programmer is responsible for maintaining and optimizing electrical control systems for production equipment, collaborating with engineering and maintenance teams to ensure efficient operations and drive continuous improvement.
Food and Beverage
Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and maintain all production electrical controls related equipment, systems and OT network devices to ensure maximum operational equipment effectiveness OEE
Assist in the proper operation and maintenance of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), etc
Support the research, design, development, and installation of electrical control systems for production equipment and machinery
Contribute to managing projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and meet customer requirements
Help maintain digital documentation of control systems, including programs, modifications, electrical design, schematics, and drawings
Stay updated on control hardware and software obsolescence and assist in necessary updates
Contribute to the establishment and maintenance of automation processes
Support a team of controls and programming technicians/mechanics in their daily tasks
Assist with organizing and participating in training sessions for the control team, maintenance personnel, and operators to ensure proper hardware and software usage
Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on the performance of the controls and programming team, including training progress, project updates, budget status, and any issues or risks
Collaborate with Maintenance Management and Production Supply Planner to help schedule manpower and resources for effective production and maintenance outcomes
Respond promptly to requests or emails from internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment of objectives, requirements, and project timelines
Assist other department heads in implementing strategies to improve process efficiency
Follow and help implement policies and procedures to ensure consistent and effective controls and programming practices across the organization
Adhere to Collective Bargaining Agreement, Plant Rules, Code of Safe Work Practices, and other applicable policies
Perform other assigned duties and responsibilities as directed by Management
Qualification
Required
Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with industrial automation technology in a production or manufacturing environment
Proficiency with PLCs, primarily Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, RSLogix, Studio 5000), with working knowledge of Siemens or other vendor systems
Hands-on experience configuring and designing HMI systems, such as Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk View or Wonderware/AVEVA
Strong ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve complex control system issues, including hardware, software, and communication networks
Familiarity with Vision Systems (Cognex, Keyence) and integration with automation systems
Experience with motion control systems and actuators, including Allen-Bradley Servos, SEW, and Rexroth
Knowledge of VFDs, servo drives, and motion controllers for process and equipment optimization
Basic understanding of SCADA systems, industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Profibus, DeviceNet, Modbus), and control networks
Awareness of industry standards such as UL and CE for electrical control systems
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to colleagues across all organizational levels
Collaborative team player who actively participates in problem-solving and supports knowledge sharing within the group
Willingness to contribute to root cause failure analysis investigations and support continuous improvement initiatives
Ability to train maintenance personnel and operators on proper control system usage and troubleshooting
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize maintenance activities, coordinate resources, and align with production needs
Commitment to following established safety protocols, procedures, and contingency plans to mitigate risks
Capable of performing relevant preventive and corrective maintenance activities on control systems and related electrical equipment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (preferred)
Experience in food manufacturing or agricultural goods processing industry
Bilingual/biliterate in English/Spanish
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
401(k)
Union pension
Paid sick leave
Paid vacation leave
Eight (8) paid holidays per year
Company
S. Martinelli & Company
S. Martinelli & Company is a food & beverages company offering apple juice and ciders.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Gun Ruder
President and Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
Santa Cruz Sentinel
2024-02-19
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