Control & Automation Technician

We've been proudly bringing joy to tables and smiles to faces with the delicious food we've been crafting for over 100 years. 

A large part of our strong growth and success is because we're always looking for new ways to do things and thinking about how we can create a better, more sustainable future world together.

Our success as an industry leader in providing deliciously good food means we can continue to invest in our future as we work towards becoming Australia and New Zealand's first choice for poultry. 

Your opportunity to join our team

Inghams Primary Processing site at Burtons, SA are now recruiting a Control & Automation Technician, reporting to the Engineering Manager we are seeking an engineering professional educated or skilled in Automation Technology, Electrical Design, and Controls Integration.

Daily Tasks

• Act as a trouble-shooter for automated equipment including Industrial networking, programmable logic controllers, human-machine interfaces, automated processing equipment, weighing and sorting systems.
• Troubleshooting and implementing software changes to control systems.
• Ensuring the safety and security of the OT network
• Provide technical support to the maintenance shifts with respect to automated systems
• Trains employees as needed in all areas of equipment repair and maintenance
• Assists with the installation of new robotic systems and production equipment as needed
• Identifies and diagnoses failures, replaces defective components, and performs troubleshooting using standard electronic equipment, detailed drawings, and machine manuals
• Diagnose and resolve PLC issues using ladder logic and text-based logic programs
• Modify and rebuild manufacturing equipment to meet new machine requirements or production demands
• Participate in LEAN and Continuous Improvement projects

You will bring to this role

• Electrical license would be an advantage
• Ability to conceive, design, install, start-up, and commission automation/control improvement
• Good knowledge of networks systems, electrical, mechanical and control theory.
• Understanding of PLC based automation systems.
• Familiarity with Australian standards for machine safety.
• Build, interpret, and verify project documents for installation and maintenance
• Ability to use PLC's and PC controls, including using PLC for troubleshooting
• Current understanding of PC'S and operating systems in industrial control applications
• Experience in the application of servomotors and controls
• Maintain accurate record for change management and departmental records
• Demonstrated PLC, SCADA and HMI programming skills ,experience in machine commissioning.
• Electrical circuit design and have a willingness to be “hands on” when required.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to use AutoCAD would be an advantage..
• Degree or equivalent experience in automation, or a related field.

We’re looking for people who are curious, caring, courageous and committed to join us. People who want to contribute their best work every single day and continue delivering delicious food that’s… Always Good.

Inghams values diverse experiences. If your skills align with some but not all of the listed requirements, we encourage you to still apply and explore the opportunity to join our team