Controls Technician

Company: Aerotek
Location: Faribault
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Electrical and Control Systems Technician Job Description This role is integral to the efficient operation of existing electrical and control systems within a food production facility. The position supports daily production operations by troubleshooting and continuously improving operational software and control systems. You will collaborate closely with maintenance personnel and facility and corporate engineering teams to develop and implement improvement projects. Responsibilities Promote efficient operation of existing electrical and control systems. Support daily production operations through troubleshooting and continuous improvement. Collaborate with maintenance personnel and engineering teams to develop and implement improvement projects. Program and troubleshoot PLCs and HMIs. Enhance operational software and control systems. Essential Skills 1 years of experience in PLC/HMI programming and troubleshooting. 1 years of experience as a Controls/Automation Technician in a food manufacturing facility, manufacturing facility, or custom machine build company. 1 year of hands-on experience with PLC controls and logic circuits. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience in pneumatics and logic circuits. Experience with fanuc systems. Why Work Here? Enjoy comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits packages. Benefit from a generous holiday schedule, with all days listed as paid without needing to use PTO. The plant shutdown varies each year based on holiday timing, ensuring time off from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day. Experience a supportive team environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and professional growth. Work Environment Work in a dynamic food production facility with a controlled environment, including dry and temperature-controlled areas as well as wet and humid areas depending on the product being processed. The role requires adherence to safety attire, including hair nets, beard nets, and boot coverings. Join a team with one controls technician on each shift, working alongside a dedicated maintenance team. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Faribault, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $62000.00 - $85000.00/yr. Health, Dental and Vision benefits packages available for review. $250 referral bonus Tuition reimbursement for relevant schooling/training to the field For the Holiday Schedule all days listed are paid without needing to use any PTO. The plant shutdown varies each year based on when the holidays fall but it is always Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day is our shutdown time. President’s Day this year was our floating holiday so that is not always the same. For the medical premiums the cost does drop for the following year if they do the biometric screen in October at our on-site wellness fair. That information is listed on page 13 in the benefit guide. There is a wellness program that employees can earn anywhere from $75-$150 based on how many points they earn throughout the year and is paid out to them early January of the following year. Fitness Club reimbursement program that after 8 visits in one calendar month we reimburse $20 to help with gym membership fees and we provide a discount on fitness tracking devices (fitbit) the company will pay up to $30 on your first purchase of a fitbit whether the purchase is made through the client or if the employee purchases one on their own. client offers company paid life insurance, long term and short term disability, and 401K plans that Faribault Foods, Inc. matches %50 of employee contributions up to %6. Employees are eligible for all benefits at 60 days except 401K employees are eligible at 90 days. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Faribault,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Company Description We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000 light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000 employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500 experienced recruiters across 250 offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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