GALLO · 21 hours ago
Controls Tech
Modesto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$40.87/hr - $55.19/hr
1+ years expGallo is a family-owned company with a long-standing legacy in the beverage industry. They are seeking a Controls Technician I to maintain, install, and troubleshoot plant instrumentation and control systems, ensuring production runs smoothly and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
Wine & Spirits
No H1B
Responsibilities
Maintain, install, and troubleshoot plant instrumentation and control systems
Use basic programming and troubleshooting skills with PLCs, HMIs, AssetCenter/RS Linx, and electrical test equipment to diagnose issues, replace failed electrical components, upload/download PLC and HMI files, and execute PLC code changes with guidance from experienced technicians
Support operations and maintenance with cross-functional assignments, communicate status of active work, and document technical findings to help reduce downtime
Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying modification opportunities, participating in cross-functional teams for capital projects and product commercialization, and supporting the development of ideas and concepts
Ensure all work complies with GMP, safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements; maintain satisfactory attendance and timeliness
When accountable for others’ work, ensure team understanding and compliance with applicable standards
Qualification
Required
2 years technical degree in electrical technology plus 1 year of experience working with PLC controls, logic circuits, pneumatic and electrical equipment; OR High school diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate plus 3 years of experience working with PLC controls, logic circuits, pneumatic and electrical equipment
Required to climb stairs and ladders; required to conduct work at heights
Knowledgeable of Electrical Safety procedures
May be required to work a rotating shift/schedule (e.g., day, swing, graveyard, 5x8, 4x10) as well as weekends and overtime
Skilled in reading, comprehending, interpreting and executing simple instructions, short correspondence and memos
Skilled in writing simple correspondence
Skilled in adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing using whole numbers
Required to travel to company offices, sites, and/or meeting locations for onboarding, training, meetings, and events for development, department needs, and business delivery up to 5% of the time, with or without reasonable accommodation
Required to be 18 years or older
Preferred
Bachelor of Science Degree plus one year experience working with PLC controls, logic circuits, pneumatic and electrical equipment; OR 2 years technical degree in electrical technology plus 3 years of experience working with PLC controls, logic circuits, pneumatic and electrical equipment; OR High school diploma or State-issued equivalency certificate plus 5 years of experience working with PLC controls, logic circuits, pneumatic and electrical equipment
Understanding of the basic principles of Ethernet networks and addressing, HMI, SCADA, and computer network communication systems
Knowledge of programmable logic controllers, MicroLogix, SLC500, PLC5, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and FlexLogix
Proficient in the maintenance and troubleshooting of Allen-Bradley, PLC HMI hardware and software, PanelView, PanelView+, and FactoryTalk Studio ME
Knowledge of the fundamentals of process control and 4-20 ma current loop architecture
Demonstrated experience in one of the following areas: CPG Manufacturing Systems (Filling, Labeling, Packaging, etc.), Winery Manufacturing Systems (Fermentation, Piping, Filtration, etc.), Control Systems (Rockwell, SCADA, PLC, Instrumentation), Glass Manufacturing Systems
Benefits
Medical and dental coverage
401k plans
Profit sharing
Pet insurance
Company holidays
Access to an employee wine shop
Company
GALLO
We're proud to be home to the top wine and spirits brands in the U.S., including High Noon and Barefoot Wine.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Eder Javier Cuiriz
Consumer Journey Partner
Hilary Wright
Talent Acquisition Partner
Recent News
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2025-07-22
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