Controls and Automation Technician PHX

Shearer's Foods · Phoenix, AZ

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Level: Technician
Team: Controls
Experience asked: 5+ years
Industry: Food & beverage
Posted: 2 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level controls role at Shearer's Foods (food & beverage) in Phoenix, AZ.

They ask for: 5+ years
Tools it names: PLC, Robotics, Automation, AutoCAD

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How this role compares

Against 8 other live controls postings in Arizona.

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Automation 89%
✓ PLC 67%
Team leadership 67%
EHS / safety 22%

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It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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Lifts up to 50 lbs

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This plant: Shearer's Foods in Phoenix

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Maintenance Technician - Phoenix, AZ · Reliability · Technician

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Responsibilities

Shearer’s Foods is seeking a skilled Controls & Automation Technician to maintain and optimize our controls and automation systems. This role is critical to ensuring smooth operations across our high-speed manufacturing environment. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams—Safety, Quality, Engineering, and Production—while providing technical guidance to enhance controls capabilities across our network. Execute all tasks with a strong commitment to safety and help foster a “Safety First” culture. Perform advanced troubleshooting using PLC and HMI code to diagnose and resolve downtime issues. Maintain ownership of program backups and ensure all changes comply with safety and quality standards. Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance, inspections, and system upgrades. Train maintenance personnel on control systems and functions. Recommend equipment upgrades to prevent obsolescence and improve reliability. Stay current on innovations in parts, equipment, and processes. Develop and execute PMs for controls equipment and cabinets. Identify and correct unsafe conditions and behaviors. Modify existing PLC and HMI programs to improve processes. Ensure compliance with GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) in all activities.

Qualifications

Proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and related software. Strong electrical troubleshooting skills. Expertise in Rockwell PLC software and hardware: Software: RSLogix 5000, RSLogix 500, Studio 5000, CCW, FactoryTalk View Studio Hardware: SLC 500, MicroLogix, CompactLogix, ControlLogix, PanelView, PowerFlex Familiarity with high-speed manufacturing and packaging machinery. Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical prints. Experience with ABB & Fanuc robot programming (and others). Education/Experience: Minimum 5 years of industrial maintenance or related experience. Physical

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Overview Shearer’s Foods, founded in 1974 and headquartered in Massillon, OH, is a leading manufacturer of salty snacks, cookies, and crackers. Specializing in private label and co-manufacturing, Shearer’s is the largest supplier of private brand salty snacks and second-largest supplier of private brand cookies and crackers. With a strong focus on innovation, service, quality, and sustainability, Shearer’s has been awarded the food industry’s highest award for environmental sustainability, as well as multiple Supplier of the Year awards. Operating 17 locations across North America and employing more than 5000 team members, Shearer’s is driven by its core values of People, Grow, Impact and Win. The company mission is to deliver exceptional products and services that make snacking a time to celebrate for our customers, colleagues, and community. At Shearer’s Foods, we believe in a skills-first approach to recruitment and employment. This means focusing on what you can do and how you can grow, rather than traditional metrics alone. We are committed to adhering to anti-exclusion practices, removing barriers to access, and enhancing opportunities for all individuals based on merit and potential. Your skills, experience, and perspective are valuable—and we want to empower you to make your mark here with us. Controls and Automation Technician, Phoenix AZ Day Shift: 6AM - 6PM Pay Rate: $42.50/hour