James Summers

James Summers is an experienced Controls Engineer currently working at Empire Candle Co., LLC, where responsibilities include maintaining and developing automation controls. Previous roles include PLC/HMI Programmer at R. E. Pedrotti Co., Inc., focused on PLC and HMI development for water treatment control systems, and Control System Engineer at MULTIVAC USA. James has a strong background as a Controls Technician at General Mills, involved in programming changes and troubleshooting, and has held various positions ranging from Maintenance Technician to Operator Mechanic. Early career experience includes serving as a Machinist for The Kansas City Southern Railway Company and as a diesel mechanic in the United States Air Force. James holds a PLC Certificate from Business and Technology College.