Donnel Childs
Conyers,GA
Summary
Highly motivated, military-trained Controls and electrical technician with 10+ years of industrial experience supporting high-speed manufacturing systems. Experienced with Allen-Bradley PLC troubleshooting, electrical systems, robotics, and industrial automation equipment. Proven ability to diagnose production faults, support capital improvement projects, and assist with PLC modifications and commissioning.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
PLC Controls Technician
PepsiCo
Stone Mountain, Georgia
05.2025 - Current
- Provided electrical, instrumentation, and controls support to optimize performance of high-speed beverage production lines
- Troubleshot Allen-Bradley PLC-controlled equipment, VFD drives, servo systems, and industrial sensors to minimize downtime
- Diagnose faults using RSLogix/Studio 5000 and electrical schematics to restore production equipment
- Support engineering teams in executing equipment upgrades, system improvements, and commissioning activities to enhance operational reliability
- Train maintenance mechanics and electro-mechanical technicians on troubleshooting methods, control systems, and safe electrical practices to support skill advancement and promotion
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Duracell
Fairburn, Georgia
11.2021 - 05.2025
- Led maintenance team of 8 technicians and mechanics during production shifts, ensuring operational efficiency in high-volume battery manufacturing facility
- Provided electrical and controls troubleshooting for automated production equipment and instrumentation systems
- Coordinated maintenance activities and prioritized equipment repairs, reducing production downtime
- Worked with Siemens PLC systems using TIA Portal for diagnostics and fault analysis
- Supported capital improvement projects and collaborated with engineering teams on equipment modifications, enhancing system performance
- Interpreted electrical drawings and control documentation for troubleshooting and system upgrades
Senior Maintenance Specialist
Pactiv
Covington, GA
10.2018 - 11.2021
- Led a team of 6 maintenance mechanics during production shifts to ensure timely and effective maintenance operations
- Maintained and troubleshot automated packaging, palletizing, and manufacturing equipment, contributing to operational reliability
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance to improve equipment reliability and uptime
- Diagnosed faults in PLC systems, sensors, motors, and industrial control components
- Assisted with installation and commissioning of product equipment and electrical systems, facilitating seamless integration into production
Leading System Level Electrical Technician
US Navy
Jacksonville, Florida
08.2012 - 08.2018
- Led technicians in maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of Close-In Weapon System, ensuring safety compliance and regularly updating management on equipment status.
- Maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operating MK15 Close-In Weapon System (i.e. computer, thermal imager, 20MM Gatling gun, search radar, track radar, liquid-to-liquid heat exchanger cooling system, and a high pressure pneumatic compressor).
- Administered and maintained over 500 hours of Planned Maintenance Scheduling as well as shop's technical library, all documented through the U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship.
- Completed over 500 hours of documented Quality Assurance work with the U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program.
- Created custom PowerPoint slides with design elements for training presentations, enabling qualification of over 500 Sailors in the Enlisted Aviation Warfare Program.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering
East Coast Polytechnic Institute
Virginia Beach, VAUnited States Naval Education And Training
Skills
PLC & Controls
- Allen Bradley PLCs
- RSLogix 500 / RSLogix 5000
- FactoryTalk
- Studio 5000
- Siemens TIA portal (Basic)
Robotics
- ABB Robotics Programming (Certified)
- Fanuc Robot Troubleshooting
- Robotic Palletizer Systems
Industrial Systems
- VFD drives (Powerflex)
- Servo Drives
- Motion Control Systems
Sensors & Vision
- Keyence Fiber Optic Sensors
- Cognex Vision Systems
- DataMan Scanners
Electrical Systems
- AC/DC Motors
- High/Low Voltage Systems
- Electrical Schematics
- Industrial Troubleshooting
Certification
ABB Robotics Programming Level 1 - ABB
Timeline
PLC Controls Technician
PepsiCo
05.2025 - Current
Instrumentation and Control Technician
Duracell
11.2021 - 05.2025
Senior Maintenance Specialist
Pactiv
10.2018 - 11.2021
Leading System Level Electrical Technician
US Navy
08.2012 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering
East Coast Polytechnic Institute
United States Naval Education And Training