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Automation Controls Specialist

Bimbo Bakeries
$98,000 - $124,400
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Rockwall
3055 Discovery Boulevard (Show on map)
Jan 29, 2026
Have you ever enjoyed Arnold,Brownberry orOroweat bread? A Thomas' English muffin or bagel? Orperhaps snackedon a Sara Lee, Entenmann's or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA! More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotesdevelopmentand allows our associates to be their authenticselves. *#LI-JV1* Come join the largest baking company in the world and our family of 20,000 associates nationwide! Top Reasons to Work at Bimbo Bakeries USA: Salary Range:$98,000 - $124,400 Annual Bonus Eligibility Low-Cost Comprehensive Benefits Package 401k&Company Match Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement On the Job Training with Advancement Opportunities What You Will Be Doing: Provide automation controls support to a highly automated and fast paced baking, or distribution facility. The position will require experience with the latest versions of the Allen Bradley family of PLC's, VFD's and HMI's/OIT's to be used in conjunction with a strong understanding of electrical controls systems, mechanical drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, PC's, Robotics, and Controls networks. Review key plant metrics/KPIs and equipment data to identify potential areas for continuous improvement thenleada team to develop an engineered solution. Provide electrical troubleshooting and industrial controls support to the maintenancedepartment. What We Will NeedFromYou: Provide leadership and, or training to one or two other automation technicians. Promote a strong teamworkenvironment. Supports without hesitation General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes & are Priority #1. Work requires the ability to read, write and communicate in Englishin order tounderstand and follow work and safety instructions. Capable of moving up and down building stairways in a multi-level plant to reach job assignments and perform the tasks required. Worker will be exposed to all hazards of machinery and equipment in an operational bakingenvironment. This position is not a relief/fill-in Supervisor for Maintenance Supervisorabsence. Education and Work Experience: EE Degree, or equivalent. Three, or more years' experience in the Automation field. A combination of education, training, and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted. Equipment specific knowledge may be required based onlocation. Strong experience with the following software packages: Rockwell Controls Software. AutoCad(Preferred) Microsoft Office. Strong overall electrical knowledge and experience with electrical and industrial control systems. Excellent communication skills and effective team building skills amust. Experience in a food processing plant is aplus. The physical and mental demands described in each jobpostingare representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonableaccommodationsmay be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job. Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. >