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Process Controls Technician

Golden State Foods, Conyers, GA, United States


About Golden State Foods
Golden State Foods is a distinguished leader in the food service industry, offering an extensive array of products and services to a diverse clientele. Rooted in the values of quality service and integrity, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where employees can advance, innovate, and contribute to our ongoing success.

About the Job
Process Controls Technician

JOB SUMMARY: The Process Controls Technician supports production, maintenance, and engineering to ensure safe, efficient, and cost‑effective processes for the liquid products manufacturing, packaging, and sanitation operations. Programming, monitoring, and troubleshooting of all process equipment including controls and programming for manufacturing/sanitation, filling/packaging equipment, steam/water/product temperature controls, charts and other recording devices, bulk tank level electronic monitoring, bulk ingredient meter verification, special project support, SCADA systems support, and other assignments.

What You'll Do

Ensures safety standards and procedures for associates

Must be dependable, engage and improve overall process performance with a pro‑active approach

Must possess strong technical skills and be abreast of the latest controls technologies, including but not limited to Rockwell software and Allen Bradley components

Displays teamwork within the department and across departments

Must possess above‑average verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

Must be able to interact effectively with plant personnel, contractors, vendors, and construction groups

Maintains internal and external customer satisfaction

Must perform under accelerated timelines and possess above‑average problem‑solving, mathematical, and analytical skills

Must be organized, detail‑oriented, and a self‑starter

Must have experience with machine and manufacturing technologies

Education & Experience
Minimum 2‑year associate’s degree in industrial electronics or related field, or 5 years of industry experience with extended work experience in technical fields of programming, logic controls, and electrical.

Language Skills
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos

Ability to write simple correspondence

Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and group situations to customers, clients, and other team members of the organization

Ability to use effective problem‑solving skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to wear personal protective equipment and/or clothing

Sit 8 or more hours per day

Stand/walk 7 or more hours per day

Frequently bend, reach, twist/turn, and climb

Occasionally squat

Occasionally lift less than 5 lbs from floor to overhead and carry 30 feet

Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs from floor to shoulder and carry 30 feet

Occasionally lift up to 100 lbs from floor to shoulder and carry 5 feet

Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision

Environmental / Atmospheric Conditions

Constantly work in damp, wet, humid and slippery environments

Constantly work near moving equipment with fumes or airborne debris

Constantly work in extreme heat or cold

Constantly work in high noise levels requiring hearing protection

Occasionally work in high places

Occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals

Equipment / Machine / Tools / Software

Bump cap, hairnet, safety glasses, hearing protection, uniform or smock

Knife and small hand tools

Leadership / Management Responsibility
Not applicable

What You’ll Get
Extensive Benefits: Golden State Foods believes in a holistic approach to wellness focusing on the whole person with benefits that support those needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Golden State Foods values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where every person can thrive – respected, supported, and empowered. We believe diversity, in every form, strengthens our team and our communities.

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