Electrical Supervisor / PLC Programmer

About the Opportunity

location: near Tuscaloosa area

A growing industrial manufacturer is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor / PLC Programmer to join its maintenance and controls team. This is a direct-hire opportunity for someone with a strong background in industrial automation, electrical troubleshooting, and PLC programming who enjoys working in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

This role offers long-term stability, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work with modern automated equipment while supporting critical manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and modify PLC programs to support production

• Diagnose and repair industrial electrical and automation systems

• Support VFDs, servo systems, motor controls, and control panels

• Read and interpret electrical schematics and ladder logic

• Perform preventive and corrective electrical maintenance

• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and automation-related equipment issues

• Assist with process improvements and equipment reliability initiatives

• Ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with company standards

• Provide technical leadership and support within the maintenance team

Qualifications

• Several years of industrial electrical and controls experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience troubleshooting and modifying Allen-Bradley PLCs

• Strong knowledge of industrial automation systems

• Experience with VFDs, servo drives, three-phase electrical systems, and motor controls

• Ability to read electrical schematics and ladder logic

• Previous leadership or lead experience is preferred

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Preferred Experience

• Allen-Bradley PLCs

• Studio 5000

• RSLogix

• FactoryTalk

• Industrial Networking

• Electrical Maintenance

• PLC Programming

• Industrial Automation

• Preventive Maintenance

• Continuous Improvement

  • First Shift
  • Typical hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Direct Hire
  • $130,000–$150,000 annually
  • Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and additional company benefits

If you're looking for a hands-on controls leadership opportunity with a stable manufacturing company, we'd love to hear from you.

You should be proficient in:

• PCB Components (Printed Circuit Board Components)
• PLC Programming Experience
• RSLogix 5000
• Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• CAD Software
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley)
• Vision System
• Servo Motors
• Industrial Robot