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E Tech Group

Senior Automation Engineer

Monroe, LA · On-site

$100K - $131.30K/yr

... CPG/Food & Beverage industries. Our national scale allows us to help our clients develop and ... Proficiency with Wonderware System Platform, InTouch, and Historian. * Familiarity with packaging ...

Lee Epting Catering INC

Catering Server

Athens, GA · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

... and historians. We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Server. **Position ... Serve food and beverages to guests, refill drinks, and clear dishes. * Clean up and dismantle ...

Iff

Automation and Process Control Engineer

Beloit, WI · On-site

International Flavors and Fragrances is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients ... Support and troubleshoot plant-wide automation systems, including control systems, data historians ...

VDS Consulting Group

Senior Automation Engineer

Greer, SC · On-site

$100K - $131.20K/yr

Architect OT / IT integration including OPC UA, MQTT, MES, and historian connectivity. * Standards ... diverse industries (aerospace, food, consumer goods, industrial products, medical device ...

VDS Consulting Group

Senior Automation Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$102.40K - $134.40K/yr

Architect OT / IT integration including OPC UA, MQTT, MES, and historian connectivity. * Standards ... diverse industries (aerospace, food, consumer goods, industrial products, medical device ...

E Tech Group

Senior Automation Engineer

Greensboro, NC · On-site

$100.80K - $132.30K/yr

... and CPG/Food & Beverage industries. Our national and global scale allows us to help our clients ... Configuration & development using one or more of Wonderware Historian, FTHistorian, OSI PI * Use of ...

E Tech Group

Senior Automation Engineer

Greensboro, NC

$100.80K - $132.30K/yr

... and CPG/Food & Beverage industries.Our national and global scale allows us to help our clients ... Configuration & development using one or more of Wonderware Historian, FTHistorian, OSI PI * Use of ...

E Tech Group

Senior Automation Engineer

Charlotte, NC

$101.60K - $133.30K/yr

... CPG/Food & Beverage industries. Our national and global scale allows us to help our clients ... Configuration & development using one or more of Wonderware Historian, FTHistorian, OSI PI * Use of ...

Lee Epting Catering INC

Catering Head Waiter

Athens, GA · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

... and historians. We are a team seeking someone with strong leadership skills and an intrinsic ... They work closely with our kitchen staff to know the food being served. Head Waiters see their ...

E Tech Group

Senior Automation Engineer

West Chester, OH

$98.10K - $128.80K/yr

... CPG/Food & Beverage industries. Our national and global scale allows us to help our clients ... Configuration & development using one or more of Wonderware Historian, FTHistorian, OSI PI * Use of ...

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How much do food historian jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for food historian in the United States is $86,335.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $105,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Food Historian do?

A Food Historian researches the history of food, including its cultural, social, and economic significance. They study historical recipes, cooking techniques, and food practices to understand how they have evolved over time. Food Historians may work in museums, academia, publishing, or media, sharing their knowledge through writing, teaching, or public presentations. Their work helps preserve culinary traditions and provides insight into how food shapes societies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Food Historian position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Food Historian, a strong background in history, anthropology, and culinary arts, often supported by an advanced degree in a related field, is essential. Familiarity with archival research methods, historical databases, and academic publishing tools is typically required, while some roles value experience with museum curation software. Excellent communication, curiosity, and attention to detail are key soft skills for engaging audiences and conducting thorough research. These competencies enable Food Historians to effectively uncover, interpret, and share the rich stories behind food cultures and traditions.

What are some typical career paths or advancement opportunities for Food Historians?

Food Historians often start their careers in academic research, museums, or libraries and can progress to roles such as senior curator, project director, or university professor. Many also branch into public outreach through writing books, producing documentaries, or contributing to culinary media. Collaborating with chefs, cultural institutions, or historic preservation organizations can open doors to consulting or interdisciplinary projects. Advancement is typically achieved by building a robust portfolio of research, publications, and public engagement initiatives.
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Sr. Systems Analyst / PLC Programmer

Sr. Systems Analyst / PLC Programmer

PLCs Plus International Inc

Meridian, ID • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Salary: $87,360 - $125,000

Position Overview

PLCs Plus International is seeking an experienced Sr. Systems Analyst for the development and deployment of SCADA applications and PLC programming. This will include Control Room Human Machine Interface (HMI), Operator Interface Terminal (OIT), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), SCADA Historians, and Remote Alarm Systems. Please refer to the Required and Desired Skills sections for details.


Job Requirements

Responsibilities:

  • PLC programming and deployment
  • OIT application development and deployment
  • HMI application development and deployment
  • System commissioning and troubleshooting
  • Project estimating
  • Establish and maintain professional working relationships with customers and peers in a leadership / supervisory role


Required Skills and Experience:

  • PLC Programming utilizing Rockwell Logix5000 & Logix500
  • OIT application development for Rockwell utilizing FactoryTalkViewME
  • HMI Development utilizing Wonderware System Platform (ArchestrA) 3.1 and InTouch 10.1
  • Ability to provide estimates for services to customers on behalf of the company, as well as obtain change orders when necessary
  • Possess problem-solving, planning, and organizing skills to develop long-range plans to solve complex problems and recommend actions
  • Possess good analytical and communication skills to effectively convey ideas, both written and oral


Desired Skills and Experience:

  • Water and Wastewater Experience
  • Food and Beverage Processing Experience
  • Electronics Manufacturing Experience
  • Alternative Fuels Experience
  • PLC Programming Utilizing:
    • GE Proficy for GE VersaMax, 90-30, & RX3i
    • OIT Application development utilizing GE Proficy programming software
    • Modicon Unity & ProWorx32
    • SCADAPack using Telepace Studio
  • Ignition Experience
  • Iconics Experience
  • Database solutions
  • SCADA historical work utilizing Wonderware Historian (InSQL)
  • Specialty applications
  • Wired and wireless industrial communications solutions
  • Electrical design and engineering
  • Design, inter-connection, and configuration of PLCs & DCS systems


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Advanced working knowledge of various PAC/ PLC integration and SCADA programming languages, and the programming and configuration of various related software vendors
  • Knowledge of industry standard field protocols and corresponding security requirements, data requirements, data structures, and data flow of control systems to be automated
  • Working knowledge of computer software in engineering and estimating programs, including the use of spreadsheets and work processing systems
  • Must possess a current and valid Drivers License with a record acceptable to the automobile insurance carrier.


About the Company:

PLCs Plus is an industry leader in the Western United States, currently serving CA, ID, TX, NM, and NV. Our focus is on Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interface (HMI), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA). Our services span the control systems spectrum from end-device to the corporate database.

We specialize in:

  • HMI and SCADA architecture and system design
  • PLC and DCS layout, system design, and configuration
  • PLC programming
  • HMI application development
  • Instrumentation
  • Electrical Design
  • Engineering
  • Database solutions
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Specialty applications

PLCs Plus prides itself on the ability to provide:

  • Competitive Salaries
  • Vacation and Sick Pay
  • Paid Holidays
  • Comprehensive Medical Coverage with the option of a Flex Benefits (125) Plan
  • Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance (paid by employer)
  • 401K
  • Training and Mentorship

Join a long-established and expanding organization that offers and promotes working in a team environment with opportunity for growth.