PLC Program Supervisor

Role Overview

PLC Programmer Supervisor responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing automated control systems for industrial production equipment. Ensures safe, consistent, and efficient manufacturing processes with a strong focus on uptime, quality, and compliance.

Location & Work Schedule

• Cleveland, Ohio (Onsite)
• Night shift: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM
• 5-day workweek
• Weekend work required based on production needs

Core Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and test PLC programs using standard industrial control logic methods
• Monitor and control key process parameters such as temperature, pressure, and flow in automated production systems
• Support critical processes including thermal treatment, sterilization, and automated cleaning systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system issues
• Integrate PLC systems with operator interfaces, control monitoring systems, sensors, and field devices
• Maintain compliance with food safety and industrial safety standards through system design and programming
• Create and maintain technical documentation including system layouts, control logic details, and backup files
• Support installation, upgrades, and commissioning of automated equipment

Leadership Scope

• Supervises 4 maintenance technicians
• Works closely with plant engineering and operations teams
• Provides technical direction and hands-on support for automation issues

Technical Expertise

• Strong PLC programming experience (industrial automation systems)
• Experience with operator interface and industrial monitoring systems
• Understanding of industrial communication networks (e.g., Ethernet-based and fieldbus systems)
• Ability to support integrated automated production environments
• Strong troubleshooting skills across multi-system production equipment

Qualifications

• Food manufacturing experience required. Strong preference for dairy processing experience.

Working Conditions & Compensation

• Industrial food production environment with wet, dry, and temperature-variable conditions
• Physically active role requiring presence on the production floor
• Base salary starting around $90,000
• Bonus structure: to be determined
• Relocation support available via sign-on bonus (case-by-case)

Hiring Process

• Three-stage interview process with plant engineering and leadership team
• Immediate start preferred due to new position and workload expansion
• Role created due to increased automation demands and limited existing programming resources