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Palermo's

Controls Technician (2nd Shift)

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A Controls or Valve Technician monitors and repairs gas gauges, pressure valves, and thermostats on manufacturing equipment or machinery.

$70,891 / year median in Wisconsin

+5% projected growth

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Controls Technician (2nd Shift) Palermo's - 3.8 Milwaukee, WI Job Details $45 - $60 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Relocation assistance 401(k) matching Qualifications Manufacturing equipment maintenance Panelboards Electrical automation system implementation PLC-based control system operation Fabrication Human-machine interface (HMI) systems Electrical drafting for control systems projects Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering Electrical control panels Fanuc 5 years Electrical industrial machinery implementation Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering technology Electrical schematic reading and interpretation Industrial equipment installation Industrial equipment troubleshooting Manufacturing facility experience Industrial electronics Bachelor's degree in engineering Troubleshooting electrical systems L2 switch Collaboration with manufacturing teams NFPA 70 compliance IP networking Electrical control system maintenance Electrical maintenance Electrical drafting for industrial equipment projects Manufacturing AC/DC drives PLC networking Full Job Description Controls Technician (2nd Shift) Palermo Villa, Inc. 3301 W Canal St Milwaukee, WI 53208, USA Are you an experienced Controls or Industrial Automation Technician ready for an exciting opportunity in food manufacturing? Join a high-performing maintenance team known for achieving over 98.5% equipment uptime! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and excel in troubleshooting and maintaining advanced industrial control systems, Palermo's Pizza has the perfect opportunity for you. With pay ranging from $45.00 to $60.00 per hour, a $7,000 sign-on bonus , and a $5.00 shift premium for off-shifts, this role is packed with rewards and growth potential. What you'll do… Support our Operations team through hands-on troubleshooting and performing preventative maintenance on all machinery and equipment. Design, fabrication, and installation of controls systems to UL 508A standards including panel building, electrical schematics, equipment BOMs, and PLC/HMI programming. Demonstrate strong electrical knowledge and troubleshooting skills with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLCs, PanelView HMIs, Kinetix motion controls, and PowerFlex series variable speed drives or variable frequency drives (VFDs). What you'll bring… Associate degree or higher in Automation, Industrial Controls, Electro-mechanical, or similar related degree (BSEE or BSEET preferred). Five-plus years of industrial manufacturing experience in design, fabrication, and installation of industrial control systems including Control- and CompactLogix PLCs, SLC 5/00 and MicroLogix PLCs, PanelView Plus 7 series and PanelView 5000 HMIs, Kinetix servo drives, PowerFlex VFDs, GuardMaster safety relays, IO-Link, and FANUC robotics. Ability to navigate, and understanding of, electrical standards such as
NFPA 70, NFPA
79, and UL 508A. Experience with common fieldbus, communication protocols, and networking technologies such as EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, IO-Link, AS-i, CIP Safety, and managed ethernet switches. Passion for industrial automation with a strong interest in mastering new automation technologies and continuing to grow and develop your skills and knowledge of Industrial Control Systems. Excellent communication skills and a team-player mentality ready to work hard and collaborate with Palermo's Controls and Maintenance teams. When you'll work… We currently have an opening on 2nd shift, 2:30pm - 10:00pm Our maintenance team members work every other weekend and enjoy a 5-day workweek by scheduling days off on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays. Overtime opportunities are also available for those who want to earn more. Where you'll work… This is an on-site, 2nd shift position at our Canal Street facility. Perks… 20 free Pizzas per month (yes, that's right!) $7,000 sign-on bonus! Free uniforms and reimbursement for safety shoes, prescription safety glasses, and tools Fantastic benefits starting on the 1st of the Month after Hire 401(k) & Roth with company match, fully vested on the 1st of the Month after Hire Relocation assistance available Who you'll work for... At Palermo's Pizza, we're more than a leader in frozen pizza manufacturing—we're a family with a passion for food and innovation. For over 60 years, we've combined authentic Italian craftsmanship with forward-thinking creativity to produce high-quality pizzas enjoyed around the world. Our commitment to excellence drives everything we do, from our state-of-the-art facilities to the dedicated people who make it all happen. Join us, and you'll be part of a team that values hard work, collaboration, and celebrating success (with plenty of pizza along the way)!