PLC Tech
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Overview
Job Description
Manufacturing PLC Technician
Location: De Pere, WI (within 45-minute commute)
Shift: Swing Shift (5-day, 12-hour rotating; 6 days off every 3 weeks)
Pay: Up to $29.50/hr
Employment: Full-time, Permanent W-2 (no remote, no relocation)
Eligibility: U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, on-site clinic access
About the Company
Join a stable, innovative paper-products manufacturer that values collaboration, longevity, and employee well-being. With under 1% turnover and a newly completed $100M expansion, we offer a dynamic environment where hard work is rewarded—and you get true “vacation weeks” every three weeks.
Your Role
As a PLC Technician, you’ll ensure our state-of-the-art machinery runs smoothly. You’ll apply your electro-mechanical expertise, PLC knowledge, and drive-system skills to maintain uptime and support continuous production.
Key Responsibilities
- Shift Work: Operate on a 5-day, 12-hour rotating swing shift schedule, earning a six-day break every three weeks
- Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Perform electro-mechanical upkeep on paper-making equipment
- PLC Support: Program, monitor, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers
- Drive Systems: Install, configure, and repair AC and DC variable-frequency drives
- Collaboration: Partner with operators and engineers to identify root causes and implement solutions
- Flexibility: Travel up to two days every other month for satellite site support; occasional Saturday work as needed
Requirements
Qualifications
- Stable Work History: No more than two employers in the past five years
- Education & Experience:
- Degree in electromechanical technology, electrical/mechanical engineering, or related field
- Hands-on electro-mechanical maintenance background
- PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
- AC and DC drive setup and repair experience
- Shift & Travel: Comfortable with rotating 12-hour swings and bi-monthly travel
- Interpersonal Skills: Team-oriented, dependable communicator
- Eligibility: U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
Benefits
Why You’ll Thrive Here
- Exceptional Work–Life Balance: Six consecutive days off every three weeks
- Employee-First Culture: Under 1% turnover—people stay because they love it here
- Top-Tier Benefits: Full health coverage, on-site clinic for you and your family, and more
- Growth & Stability: Join a century-old company that’s busier—and more invested in talent—than ever
If you’re a dedicated PLC technician with a stable track record and a passion for precision maintenance, apply today!
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