Job Title: Maintenance PLC Technician
Location: Henrico, VA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Day Shift (flexibility to cover 2nd or 3rd shift as needed)
Shift: 1st Shift, 5:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Pay Rate: $38–$42/hour

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Maintenance PLC Technician to join our manufacturing maintenance team. This role focuses on maintaining and troubleshooting high-speed automated production equipment while supporting continuous improvement initiatives through electrical and PLC technologies. The ideal candidate is skilled in both electrical and mechanical systems, process automation, and industrial controls in a production environment.

Maintain, program, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, servo drives, VFDs, sensors, vision systems, and encoders

Modify, program, and troubleshoot PLC/HMI software (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent)

Develop, configure, and maintain industrial networks such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and I/O Link

Program and troubleshoot safety controllers to ensure safe interaction between equipment and personnel

Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and drawings, implementing modifications as necessary

Support installation, commissioning, configuration, and ongoing support of process automation systems

Monitor equipment performance, optimize operation techniques, and improve efficiency

Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and identify potential hazards

Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal safety protocols

Interface daily with cross-functional teams, including quality, engineering, production, and technical services

Document work processes, create manuals, and report progress on projects

Associate degree or trade school certification in controls, electronics, or a related field

3–5 years of manufacturing or production experience with both electrical and mechanical systems

Journeyman’s card or equivalent electrical certification

PLC/HMI programming experience (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or ELAU)

Electrical troubleshooting experience, including motors (480V)

Understanding of industrial network protocols and process control systems

Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills

Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a team

Knowledge of industry safe practices and procedures

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or related field

Experience in consumer goods, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic manufacturing

Familiarity with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or regulated manufacturing environments (FDA, ISO)

Strong technical expertise in high-speed mixing and packaging equipment

Effective communication across all levels of an organization

Results-oriented with focus on operational excellence

Ability to support teams in meeting production goals

Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies

$38–$42/hour depending on experience

401(k) with company match and immediate vesting

Paid holidays, sick days, and personal days

Company-paid Short Term Disability and Life/AD&D insurance