PLC Maintenance Specialist
Yamaha Motor Manufacturing Corporation of America
West Point, GA, USA · Georgia, USA · west point, ny, usa
Posted on Oct 24, 2025
MAU is hiring a PLC Maintenance Specialist for our client HTGP in West Point, GA.
As a PLC Maintenance Specialist, you will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant control systems, PLCs, and HMI devices to support equipment uptime and operational efficiency. This is a direct-hire opportunity.
Benefits Package
Shift Information
Required Education and Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
General Requirements
Essential Functions
Policy & Compliance
Working Conditions
Physical Demands
As a PLC Maintenance Specialist, you will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant control systems, PLCs, and HMI devices to support equipment uptime and operational efficiency. This is a direct-hire opportunity.
- 401(k)
- Health insurance (90% employer paid)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Opportunity for advancement
- Relocation assistance for domestic candidates:
- Indirect vendor payments (not paid directly to candidate)
- 30 days of temporary housing
- Must live more than 60 miles from the facility to qualify
- Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Regular overtime required
- Rotating shift schedule
- High School diploma or GED
- Minimum 3 years of job-related experience
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance guidelines and OSHA machine regulations
- Experience with machine operation and programming systems
- Bachelor’s degree or comparable work-related experience in a related discipline
- Tier-1 automotive manufacturing experience
- Cross-cultural work experience
- Strong knowledge of Siemens Step 7 systems and Siemens TIA Portal software
- Ability to program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and motor controls
- Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
- Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SAP, and VAATZ
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Self-motivated with ability to work independently
- Ability to lead others in LOTO procedures and safety practices
Policy & Compliance
- Adhere to HTGP policies, procedures, and core values
- Treat all team members with respect and professional courtesy
- Comply with HTGP certification standards including IATF16949 and ISO 45001
- Follow all safety policies and 5S standards to maintain a clean, safe environment
- Meet or exceed company safety goals
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair control systems, PLCs, HMIs, and electrical components
- Program, configure, and modify PLC systems and improve functionality
- Read and interpret technical drawings and manuals
- Document actions and communicate irregularities during pass-down meetings
- Implement downtime-based countermeasures
- Support plant electricians and technicians with second-level troubleshooting
- Collaborate with suppliers and contractors to improve processes and equipment
- Assist with capital projects as scheduled annually
- Prepare reports and presentations on improvements and corrective actions
- Lead proper application of LOTO procedures
- Support PM schedules during weekends or shutdowns
- Ensure timely completion of PM Work Orders
- Evaluate and improve maintenance objectives
- Maintain clear and timely documentation of all activities
- Foster strong relationships with team members and management
- Monitor and support key performance indicators (e.g., downtime rate, MTBF, MTTR)
- Motivate and mentor team members for growth and development
- Coordinate with departments to ensure continuous production flow
- Supervise contractors performing maintenance or equipment modifications
- Climate-controlled manufacturing environment in most areas
- May involve working on different shifts and supporting weekend or holiday schedules
- May require domestic or international travel
- Stand/Walk: Frequent (34–67%)
- Sit: Frequent (34–67%)
- Bend/Stoop/Squat: Occasional (6–33%)
- Forward/Overhead Reach: Occasional (6–33%)
- Fine Manipulation (e.g., computer use): Frequent (34–66%)
- Forceful Grip (e.g., hand tools): Occasional (6–33%)
- Lift/Carry: Rare (1–5 reps), up to 50 lbs
- Push/Pull: Occasional (6–32 reps), up to 50 lbs