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PLC Programmer - Technologist

Primient
vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Tennessee, Loudon
Sep 11, 2025
PLC Programmer - Technologist | Primient About Primient

Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. We're investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we're focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate.

PLC / HMI

Program, support, trouble shoot and document PLC and HMI processes. Provide programming support to interpret control narratives into working programs and interfaces. Provide guidance to ensure control narratives meet PRIMIENT programming standards and norms. Integrate hardware into PLC programs, including AC Drives, Instrumentation, Smart Control Devices and field devices. Ensure all programming is documented. Ensure all programming changes follow proper PRIMIENT procedures including Management of Change and Communication of Change. Heavy in Rockwell Programming Structure.

Power and Control Hardware.

Provide hardware support to include installation and troubleshooting of; process network systems, field devices (analog and digital), smart devices, PLC hardware, HMI hardware, Server hardware, motor and motor related hardware, AC drive hardware and other devices designed to integrate with a PLC based control system. Specify and document new instrumentation.

Projects and Construction

Assist with Design, Develop and implement control associated projects as assigned. Provide electrical and control project support for projects as assigned. Coordinate, direct and supervise contractors as required. Provide coordination between project or construction work and plant operations to schedule and implement work that affects normal operations, such as tie-ins, power outages and the like. Ensure contractors are performing to PRIMIENT norms and standards, provide timely feedback to correct behavior as needed. Assure all contractors meet PRIMIENT training requirements for the job(s) being performed. Assure PRIMIENT E&I technicians receive training on new equipment and or processes.

Skill blocks: the more you learn, the more you earn: At Primient we pay you to upskill through a system of learning and development called "skill blocks". Gaining new skills blocks leads to pay enhancements and helps you to advance on our structured Technician Career Path. Over time, you can develop into a subject matter expert - designing improvements to the processes you run every day.

Suggested Training & Certifications

(Not required but highly valued)

  • Rockwell Studio 5000 Logix Designer (Levels 1-4)

  • FactoryTalk View SE/ME HMI Applications

  • EtherNet/IP Design & Troubleshooting

  • GuardLogix Safety PLC Programming

  • ControlLogix Fundamentals & Troubleshooting

  • RSLogix/Studio 5000 Essentials

  • Alarm configuration in HMI through Studio 5000 View Designer

  • Motion Control with Kinetix Drives

  • Leadership and project management training (Level 4)

  • Siemens programming experience / training

Physical Requirements

  • Lift up to 55 lbs without assistance

  • Climb ladders (up to 15 ft) and multiple flights of stairs

  • Stand for up to 1 hour without sitting

  • Perform bending and twisting motions

  • Work flexible schedules and respond to on-call needs

Work Environment

  • Exposure to mechanical parts, vibration, airborne particles, and loud noise

  • Work in both industrial and office settings

  • Outdoor work in inclement weather, heat, humidity, and dust

  • Use of standard office equipment (computers, phones, etc.)

Qualifications

Internal Applicants

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in E&I

  • Demonstrated growth in process control, instrumentation, and power delivery

External Applicants

  • Technical degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

  • OR 3+ years of Rockwell programming experience with proven competence in instrumentation and power delivery

FES Duty of Care

Food Safety

  • Ensure products meet food safety, legal, and quality standards

Environment

  • Comply with environmental procedures and report violations or near misses

Health & Safety

  • Follow site safety policies and participate in safety programs

Total RewardsStarting pay of $85,201.00 annually + overtime with opportunity to advance with our pay for skill system.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • Competitive Pay

  • Multiple Healthcare plan choices

  • Dental and vision insurance

  • A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions

  • Short- and Long-Term Disability

  • Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans

  • Paid holidays & vacation

  • Floating days off

  • Parental leave for new parents

  • Employee resource groups

  • Learning & development programs

  • Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future

Career Path & Culture

Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in - ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning.

Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow,

Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce.

California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA")

The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.

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