{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"49fcb690b5005f0f598d64b1","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/49fcb690b5005f0f598d64b1","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/49fcb690b5005f0f598d64b1","title":"PLC Programmer (Contractor)","description":"Job Summary\nWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated PLC Programmer (Contractor). You will be responsible for designing, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems that drive manufacturing processes and robotic automation. Your expertise will help optimize production efficiency, ensure seamless integration of industrial controls, and support robotics systems including Epson and Kuka other industrial robotic platforms.\nResponsibilities\nProgram, configure, and troubleshoot Epson and KUKA industrial robots.\nDevelop and modify robot programs for automated manufacturing and production equipment.\nProgram and troubleshoot PLC control systems and integrate PLCs with robotic equipment.\nIntegrate robots with sensors, vision systems, conveyors, servos, HMIs, safety systems, and other automation equipment.\nDevelop and troubleshoot robot-to-PLC communication and I/O.\nConfigure and troubleshoot industrial communication networks such as Ethernet/IP, Profinet, or other applicable protocols.\nPerform robot teaching, setup, calibration, tool and coordinate-frame configuration, and motion optimization.\nDiagnose and resolve robot, PLC, electrical, communication, and automation-related problems.\nSupport machine startup, commissioning, testing, and production troubleshooting.\nOptimize robot programs and automation sequences for cycle time, reliability, and repeatability.\nModify and troubleshoot HMI screens and operator controls as required.\nRead and interpret electrical schematics, I/O drawings, and machine documentation.\nWork with electrical and mechanical engineers to troubleshoot and improve automated equipment.\nDocument program changes, system configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and commissioning activities.\nFollow applicable machine safety requirements and established safety procedures.\nPreferred Qualifications\nHands-on experience programming KUKA and/or Epson industrial robots.\nStrong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.\nExperience integrating robots with PLCs and automated production equipment.\nExperience with industrial networking and robot/PLC communications.\nAbility to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot control panels and machine I/O.\nExperience with machine commissioning and startup.\nAbility to work independently and troubleshoot problems in a production environment.\nExperience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or other major PLC platforms is a plus.\nContractor Position will get paid by the Project.\nPay: $30.00 - $100.00 per year\nWork Location: In person","company":"Plastimation","rawCompany":"plastimation","city":"Harwinton","state":"CT","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-13T15:20:21.716Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-3024.01","title":"Robotics Technicians","slug":"robotics-technicians"},{"code":"17-2199.08","title":"Robotics Engineers","slug":"robotics-engineers"},{"code":"15-1251.00","title":"Computer Programmers","slug":"computer-programmers"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"335314","title":"Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing","slug":"relay-and-industrial-control-manufacturing"},{"code":"811310","title":"Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance","slug":"commercial-and-industrial-machinery-and-equipment-except-automotive-and-electronic-repair-and-maintenance"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"PLC Programmer (Contractor)","description":"Job Summary\nWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated PLC Programmer (Contractor). You will be responsible for designing, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems that drive manufacturing processes and robotic automation. Your expertise will help optimize production efficiency, ensure seamless integration of industrial controls, and support robotics systems including Epson and Kuka other industrial robotic platforms.\nResponsibilities\nProgram, configure, and troubleshoot Epson and KUKA industrial robots.\nDevelop and modify robot programs for automated manufacturing and production equipment.\nProgram and troubleshoot PLC control systems and integrate PLCs with robotic equipment.\nIntegrate robots with sensors, vision systems, conveyors, servos, HMIs, safety systems, and other automation equipment.\nDevelop and troubleshoot robot-to-PLC communication and I/O.\nConfigure and troubleshoot industrial communication networks such as Ethernet/IP, Profinet, or other applicable protocols.\nPerform robot teaching, setup, calibration, tool and coordinate-frame configuration, and motion optimization.\nDiagnose and resolve robot, PLC, electrical, communication, and automation-related problems.\nSupport machine startup, commissioning, testing, and production troubleshooting.\nOptimize robot programs and automation sequences for cycle time, reliability, and repeatability.\nModify and troubleshoot HMI screens and operator controls as required.\nRead and interpret electrical schematics, I/O drawings, and machine documentation.\nWork with electrical and mechanical engineers to troubleshoot and improve automated equipment.\nDocument program changes, system configurations, troubleshooting procedures, and commissioning activities.\nFollow applicable machine safety requirements and established safety procedures.\nPreferred Qualifications\nHands-on experience programming KUKA and/or Epson industrial robots.\nStrong PLC programming and troubleshooting experience.\nExperience integrating robots with PLCs and automated production equipment.\nExperience with industrial networking and robot/PLC communications.\nAbility to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot control panels and machine I/O.\nExperience with machine commissioning and startup.\nAbility to work independently and troubleshoot problems in a production environment.\nExperience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or other major PLC platforms is a plus.\nContractor Position will get paid by the Project.\nPay: $30.00 - $100.00 per year\nWork Location: In person","datePosted":"2026-08-13T15:20:21.716Z","dateModified":"2026-08-13T15:20:21.716Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Plastimation","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Harwinton","addressRegion":"CT","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"49fcb690b5005f0f598d64b1"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/49fcb690b5005f0f598d64b1"}}