Instrumentation & Controls Technician - 1st Shift

Job description

For more than 75 years, Hoffmaster has been the trusted leader in premium single-use tableware and entertaining solutions. Our mission is simple: to elevate dining, entertaining, and baking experiences with convenient and sustainable solutions. Our portfolio includes everything from high-quality napkins, paper plates, and baking supplies to paper straws and party decor. Whether it’s a catered event from a restaurant or family gathering in the comfort of your home, Hoffmaster products are designed to make moments easier, more convenient, and more memorable. We operate through two divisions: • Consumer Division – Focused on serving major retailers and club stores with our trusted products for end users and consumers. • Foodservice Division – Serving restaurants, bakeries, hotels, hospitals, colleges & universities, and more with premium single-use solutions. Headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, Hoffmaster has six locations across the U.S. and Canada, giving us the scale and reach to serve diverse customers. At Hoffmaster, our people are the heart of our success. We foster a culture built on collaboration, innovation, and respect—where employees are encouraged to share ideas, grow their careers, and make a meaningful impact. We are proud to offer a supportive workplace that values teamwork, creativity, a strong customer focus, and drives continuous improvement. When you join Hoffmaster, you become part of a company with a long-standing tradition of excellence and a forward-looking commitment to sustainability and innovation. Together, we’re shaping the future of dining and entertaining experiences. . Start Your Manufacturing Career Today! Looking to get into manufacturing with great benefits and a steady schedule? Hoffmaster Group, Inc. is hiring a full-time Process Control & Instrumentation Specialist to support our Manufacturing team in Clintonville, WI. No experience required — we provide paid training in a clean, safety-first environment. Location: Clintonville, WI Pay: $33.83+ an hour (based on experience) Schedule: 2.2.3 6 am 6pm Sign on Bonus: $5,000 Because You Deserve It: We don’t just hire great people—we take care of them. • $5,000 sign-on bonus (paid in 3 installments: $1,000 at 90 days, $1,000 at 6 months, $3,000 at 1 year) • Competitive, top-tier pay • Full benefits starting Day One (health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401k with match, paid time off, wellness day) • Modern, high-tech facility with PLC-controlled equipment • Education and growth opportunities in a stable, team-focused company About the Role: As an Instrumentation & Controls Technician, you’ll troubleshoot, install, and maintain advanced electrical and control systems that keep our high-speed equipment running. This includes PLCs, HMIs, drives, motion controls, and networked automation systems. How you will make an Impact: • Troubleshoot, program, and maintain PLC-based control systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) • Support and upgrade HMI, motion control, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems • Read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints • Perform electrical/mechanical upgrades, rebuilds, and repairs • Lead and support automation/control system projects • Collaborate with operators and maintenance techs on complex repairs • Train and mentor less experienced team members The Essentials: • 5+ years of maintenance or electrical experience in an industrial/manufacturing setting or a score of 69+ on the Ramsey Maintenance Test • Strong multi-craft skills (electrical, mechanical, troubleshooting) • Hands-on experience with PLCs, drives, and servo systems • Ability to work independently and read advanced schematics Optional but Impressive: • State of Wisconsin Master Electrician license • Associate’s degree in Electrical, Electro-Mechanical, Electronics, or Robotics • Experience with Profibus, Ethernet/IP, and industrial networks • Welding/fabrication skills #ClintonvilleJobs255 The above information is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Let’s connect! At Hoffmaster, we believe every person deserves to feel successful. That’s why we provide a total rewards package designed to support our employee’s success –at work, at home, and in life. This includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurances, Physical and Mental wellness programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and more. Learn more about our Benefits at The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.