PLC Automation Programmer
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PLC Automation Programmer responsible for programming, troubleshooting, and supporting PLC/HMI systems in industrial manufacturing environments, diagnosing automation issues, and improving equipment reliability.
About this role
Rinvio is hiring a PLC Automation Programmer for PLC, controls, and manufacturing automation support in the Paducah, KY area.
Pay: $40-$55/hour, based on experience
Location: Paducah, KY
Schedule: Full-time industrial/plant support work; schedule and overtime may vary by site needs
Type: Full-Time W-2
Responsibilities:
- Program, troubleshoot, and support PLC/HMI systems in industrial or manufacturing environments
- Diagnose automation issues involving sensors, I/O, drives, controls, networks, and production equipment
- Modify logic, support commissioning/startup, and help improve equipment reliability
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, control drawings, ladder logic, and technical documentation
- Work with maintenance, engineering, operations, and vendors to resolve controls-related issues
Requirements:
- PLC programming, automation, controls, or industrial maintenance experience
- Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or comparable PLC/HMI platforms preferred
- Strong troubleshooting ability with controls, sensors, drives, I/O, networks, and production equipment
- Ability to read schematics, ladder logic, control drawings, and technical documentation
- Comfort supporting plant/manufacturing environments and completing site onboarding requirements
- Reliable transportation to the Paducah, KY area
- Dependable, safety-minded, and able to complete any site onboarding requirements
Why this role:
- $40-$55/hour estimated pay range based on experience
- Industrial/manufacturing electrical and automation opportunity
- Professional recruiting support from Rinvio
- Potential access to additional skilled-trades and plant-maintenance opportunities through Rinvio
Learn more about Rinvio: https://www.rinvio.com
Apply today and a Rinvio recruiter will follow up with qualified candidates quickly.
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