PLC Technician

Job Title: PLC Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and motivated PLC Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing PLC-controlled automated equipment and control systems. This role is essential in ensuring that production equipment operates efficiently, minimizing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Install, program, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC systems and automated machinery.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic system issues.
• Monitor and optimize machine performance to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production equipment.
• Modify PLC programs as needed to support process improvements and operational requirements.
• Troubleshoot and maintain HMI (Human Machine Interface), VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives), sensors, and industrial communication networks.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, and startup processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve technical issues.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years maintenance experience maintaining and troubleshooting high-speed equipment, instrumentation, and processes.
• 3+ years of experience working with PLC-controlled equipment in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of industrial control systems, electrical troubleshooting, and automation equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Proficiency with HMI systems, VFDs, servo drives, and industrial networking.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with cGMP is a plus.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment.
• Maintains electronic equipment, logs, and documentation in accordance with SOP and cGMP guidelines.
• Provides technical support to other plant departments.
• Must be able to work shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Assist in set-ups, changeovers, and start-up adjustments of equipment as necessary.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy an annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential. Auto-enrollment in a company-sponsored 401(k) program with matching contributions. Benefit from a generous paid time off bank starting with 20 days, plus additional days upon reaching milestone anniversaries. Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits. Participate in an employee discount program and wellbeing rewards program. The organization prioritizes safety and quality, offering career advancement and growth opportunities, as well as tuition assistance and parental leave.

Work Environment

Employees must obtain and maintain gown qualification required for work in controlled manufacturing environments. Opportunities are available for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts.

This is a Permanent position based out of Cherry Hill, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $54080.00 - $66560.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay. Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date). Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries 3 personal days (prorated based on hire date) 11 company paid holidays Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits Employee discount program Wellbeing rewards program Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority Career advancement and growth opportunities Tuition reimbursement Paid maternity and parental leave

This is a fully onsite position in Cherry Hill,NJ.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
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.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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.