Maintenance Controls Technician - NIGHTS

Within our state-of-the art 500+ person Greeley, CO manufacturing facility, we are seeking highly qualified Controls Technicians on our plant maintenance team to continue moving our organization to even larger levels of engineering, reliability, and production efficiencies. We take pride in our vision to be "world's best", it's why we work harder, invest more, and continually innovate.

At Leprino Foods, starting compensation for this role typically range from $29 to $34 an hour.

• Troubleshoot and repair control issues; troubleshoot VFDs and motors; tuning PLC PID process loops – 35%   

• Perform PLC program change requests, modifying existing PLC programs as requested from production – 15%   

• Perform preventative maintenance to optimize equipment reliability – 10%   

• Follow-up on completed control work and assisting maintenance as needed – 10%   

• Train end-users and maintenance personnel on new controls designs – 10%   

• Assist in commissioning new controls – 10%   

• Update drawings as required, forwarding all equipment information to the planner/scheduler – 5%   

• Work in accordance with safe work practices at all times and implement and maintain 5S standards – 5%   

• The Controls Technician is responsible for assisting the Controls Supervisor in the selection, installation, programming, documentation, training and knowledge of all plant industrial controls.     

• Responsibilities include:  all computer integration of PLC’s and process controls within the facility; troubleshooting processes and process controls utilizing PLC Ladder Logic; troubleshooting and programming of variable frequency drives; and maintaining 5S standards.     

• The Controls Technician is the plant liaison for new system start-up and commissioning by all outside controls contractors and system integrators to ensure proper transfer of documented PLC programs changes and adequate training on the installation/changes that are completed.     

• Responsibilities also include follow-up on control work that has been completed by Maintenance Technicians; and assisting in troubleshooting of control instrumentation equipment problems

You Have At Least (Required Qualifications):

Minimum Qualifications & Experience: 

• Must be 18 years of age
• Two years experience with process controls
• Associates or two-year electrical/electronic technical degree or two years experience in industrial control system development and troubleshooting
• Basic knowledge of process equipment and operations; dairy/food manufacturing experience and knowledge of government and industrial regulations (e.g. PSM, OSHA, and USDA)
• Computer proficiency in email, internet, Microsoft Office software, and computerized maintenance management systems (e.g. SAP)
• Experience in AC frequency drives; and experience in instrumentation.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a controls technician role with strong technical and electrical background (i.e. electronic controls, process controls, instrumentation, and data networks) or equivalent educational training with general knowledge of industrial operations; experience in schematic reading and PLC programming/troubleshooting; working knowledge of various equipment and plant processes to understand, interpret and schedule work orders.

• Physical Responsibilities:   
• Must be able to lift 40lbs to 60”   
• This role requires daily stair climbs.    

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Advanced PLC troubleshooting and programming skills
• 5 years’ experience troubleshooting and commissioning all types of process instrumentation, and advanced ability to troubleshoot system problems is preferred.
• Dairy/food manufacturing experience and knowledge of government and industrial regulations (PSM, OSHA, and USDA)   
• The ability to work night shift positions - Must be willing to support a 24/7 operation.

At Leprino, we believe in equal employment opportunity and make employment decisions based on each individual’s unique talents, experience, skills, and knowledge; we do not discriminate on the basis of any personal characteristics. We know we are better together and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive culture in which all employees can thrive.

Offering You In Return:

A chance to be part of a global team of individuals passionate about producing and delivering high-quality products that help feed and nourish families around the world. Leprino Foods could not be where it is today without our incredible employees. That is why we share in our success together by rewarding you for your hard work. Hiring great people who are in it for the long run is our goal. Through competitive salaries and bonuses, life, medical/dental/vision coverage, voluntary benefits, employee assistance programs, wellness incentives, tuition assistance, vacation, ten paid holidays, sick time, paid parental leave, annual merit increases, as well as the LFC Profit-Sharing & 401(k) plan. Your impact will be noticed and rewarded, as you seek to further our company, our customers, and one another.

Our Story:

Leprino Foods’ history dates back over 70 years, when Jim Leprino first started making small batches of mozzarella for local markets and eateries in the Little Italy neighborhood of Denver. We’ve grown a bit since then. Today, Leprino Foods is the world’s largest manufacturer of mozzarella and lactose, and a leading producer of whey protein. Still owned by Jim and the Leprino family, our sights are set to be the “World’s Best Dairy Food and Ingredient Company.” To help us achieve that bold vision, we’re looking for our secret ingredient: You. A motivated team member who is the best at what you do. Three passionate individuals in a small corner grocery store in the early 1950s have now grown to well over 5,000 employees throughout the globe. Will you join us on our journey?

Leprino uses Psychemedics for a 90-day hair follicle drug test as a pre-employment screening tool and also participates in E-Verify. Some positions at the Denver corporate office may require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) based on role and location.