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Nestle

Controls Technical Specialist I

Nestle

. Troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance the accuracy, reliability, and system-control data credibility of PLC and PC-based automation systems .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeAllentown • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $72,483 - $97,176 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining PLC and HMI/SCADA systems, with a strong focus on enhancing system reliability and supporting production line modifications. Capable of providing electrical support and training to maintenance personnel while managing inventory of electrical/control parts.

Highest-signal resume keywords
PLC ProgrammingHMI/SCADA SupportElectrical TroubleshootingPreventive MaintenanceProduction Equipment Modifications

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Hard Skills
PLC ProgrammingHMI/SCADA SystemsElectrical TroubleshootingPreventive MaintenanceSystem Control Data ManagementWiring ModificationsInstrumentation SupportControl Systems Software UpgradesProduction Line SupportElectrical Parts Inventory Management
Soft Skills
Team CollaborationTraining and Mentoring
Certifications & Qualifications
High School DiplomaGEDAssociate’s Degree in Technical Discipline
Industry Keywords
AutomationIndustrial MaintenanceControlsElectrical SystemsProduction Equipment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance the accuracy, reliability, and system-control data credibility of PLC and PC-based automation systems
  • Oversee PLC upgrades and wiring modifications on production equipment
  • Work directly with the maintenance team to troubleshoot and support production line modifications
  • Configure, program, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controls (PLC)
  • Perform preventive maintenance for controls
  • Organize electrical/control parts inventory
  • Provide programming and electrical support on plant capital projects
  • Implement control systems software upgrades
  • Provide instrumentation, PLC, and HMI/SCADA software and hardware support to plant maintenance staff
  • Assist with training maintenance personnel
  • Work 2nd shift, 2pm–10pm

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent and 3+ years of applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or PLC-based HMI systems in controls, automation, electrical, or industrial maintenance environments
  • OR Associate’s degree in a technical discipline and 1+ years of applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or PLC-based HMI systems in controls, automation, electrical, or industrial maintenance environments
  • This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Performance-based incentives/bonus eligibility
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Broad range of other benefits
  • Inclusive workplace
  • Reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process