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Diary Farmers of America Inc. PLC Process Controls Technician in Bridgeton, New Jersey
JOB SUMMARY
Cumberland Dairy has immediate job openings for skilled plant Process Controls Technicians responsible for performing design and maintenance functions on all software and hardware for digital control, PLC, and data acquisition systems. This will also include troubleshooting control systems failures and participating in the development of systems documentation and training operations and maintenance staff on how to use tools and applications developed.
Cumberland Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we're passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners. At Cumberland Dairy, we produce millions of gallons of ultra-pasteurized, refrigerated, extended shelf-life products annually and are proud to provide families with fresh, delicious dairy.
By joining DFA, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us!
SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 7am-4:30pm
BENEFITS:
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Competitive pay
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- Service recognition and employee appreciation events
- Employee referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniforms provided
- Work for dairy farm families
REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
- At least five years' experience in an industrial setting and at least one year experience in process controls
- Knowledge of PID's and I to P controllers, OPC Protocol, and dealing with 4-20mA signals and control
- Efficient with Microsoft products
- Must be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including drug, background, and criminal checks
- Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
- Must be able to read, speak, and write in English
- Must be able to legibly write entries for record keeping
- Must be able to handle basic hand tools
- Must be able to stand, walk, kneel and bend required for virtually the entire shift; occasionally required to climb or balance
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds with capabilities to lift up to 80 pounds
- Must be able to work in a cold, wet environment with moderate to high noise volume
- May experience some exposure to fumes airborne particles, chemicals, or allergens
- Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime, weekends, and holiday
An Equal Opportunity Employer
EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran