CONTROLS TECHNICIAN – 2ND SHIFT

CONTROLS TECHNICIAN 2ND SHIFT

Department: Maintenance / Controls & Automation
Position: Controls Technician
Shift: 2nd Shift 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Salary: Starting around $70,000/year, depending on experience
Overtime: Eligible for overtime
Weekends: Frequent weekend work may be required
Employment Type: Full-Time

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Controls Technician to support manufacturing operations, automation systems, robotics, equipment integration, troubleshooting, and production improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PLC programming, industrial controls, robotics, electrical systems, and automation. Experience working in a manufacturing environment, secondary equipment, or machine building is highly preferred.

This is a hands-on position responsible for troubleshooting, programming, maintaining, integrating, and improving automated manufacturing equipment.

SCHEDULE & AVAILABILITY

Core Schedule: 3:00 PM 11:00 PM

This team frequently works weekends and overtime to support production, equipment issues, and project/start-up activities.

The successful candidate must be willing and available to:

• Work overtime as needed.
• Stay beyond the scheduled shift when required.
• Work weekends when necessary.
• Respond to calls for technical assistance.
• Support equipment start-ups and production needs.

COMPENSATION

Starting salary: Approximately $70,000/year, depending on experience.

Candidates with strong controls, robotics, PLC, and manufacturing experience may be considered at a higher level based on qualifications.

This position is eligible for overtime.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Program, troubleshoot, install, configure, and maintain PLC-controlled equipment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain automated manufacturing systems.
• Test, troubleshoot, and oversee the implementation and integration of new processes and robotics.
• Support robot setup, programming, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Assist with integrating robots and standard vision systems into existing machines.
• Install retrofits and modifications to existing automated systems.
• Troubleshoot hardware, instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems.
• Support equipment start-up activities.
• Respond to production calls for technical assistance.
• Perform preventive maintenance and production improvement projects.
• Maintain automation processes and generate required reports.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits using schematics, blueprints, and electrical prints.
• Read and interpret hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
• Assist with automation and equipment projects from installation through start-up.
• Travel as needed to support project start-ups and local manufacturing operations.
• Maintain compliance with electrical safety, machine guarding, and other applicable safety procedures.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

PLC & AUTOMATION EXPERIENCE

Strong experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC systems is preferred.

Candidates should have experience with:

• PLC hardware and software
• Allen-Bradley / Rockwell programming
• HMI hardware and software
• PLC and robotic controllers
• Industrial automation systems
• Equipment installation and configuration
• Controls troubleshooting
• Automation system maintenance

INDUSTRIAL NETWORKS

Experience with industrial communication networks is highly preferred, including:

• EtherNet/IP
• DeviceNet
• ControlNet
• Profibus

Knowledge of networks and database operation is also preferred.

ROBOTICS & VISION SYSTEMS

Robotics experience is strongly preferred.

Experience with Fanuc robots or similar robotic systems is highly desirable.

Candidates should have experience with:

• Robot setup and programming
• Fanuc or similar robot controllers
• Robot troubleshooting
• Robotic integration
• Vision system setup and programming
• Cameras and scanners
• Standard machine vision systems
• Robot end-of-arm tooling (EOAT)
• Integrating robots into existing manufacturing equipment

ELECTRICAL & CONTROLS KNOWLEDGE

Strong understanding of electrical and electro-mechanical control systems, including:

• Power distribution as it applies to machine controls
• VFDs and servo drive systems
• Motors and motor starters
• Contactors and relays
• Switches and sensors
• Optical, inductive, and capacitive sensors
• Power supplies and transformers
• Electrical control devices
• Machine control systems
• Electrical safety

HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS

Basic to strong knowledge of fluid power systems, including:

• Hydraulic controls
• Pneumatic controls
• Vacuum systems
• Hydraulic and pneumatic schematics
• Troubleshooting fluid power systems

MACHINE SAFETY & GUARDING

Knowledge of machine safety and guarding systems is required, including familiarity with:

• Light curtains
• Area scanners
• Bumper strips
• Safety switches
• Machine guarding devices
• Electrical safety systems

FABRICATION & HANDS-ON SKILLS

Strong hands-on fabrication skills are a plus.

The successful candidate should be capable of assisting with projects such as:

• Robot EOAT fabrication
• Sensor bracket fabrication
• Button installation
• Machine guard fabrication
• Equipment modifications
• Basic mechanical fabrication and installation

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years of controls/automation experience.
• 2-year technical degree, technical certificate, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Experience with PLC hardware and software.
• Experience with HMI systems.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical and automated equipment.
• Robot setup and programming experience.
• Vision system experience preferred.
• Ability to program PLC and robotic controllers.
• Ability to read and understand electrical prints.
• Ability to read hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
• Strong understanding of electricity, hydraulics, and pneumatics.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair electrical circuits using schematics and blueprints.
• Ability to safely use electrical and mechanical test equipment and tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will have experience in one or more of the following:

• Manufacturing automation
• Industrial controls
• Robotics
• Fanuc robotics
• Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLCs
• Machine building
• Secondary equipment
• Automated assembly equipment
• Vision systems
• Electrical controls
• Equipment integration
• Manufacturing equipment start-up

IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for a technically strong, hands-on Controls Technician who can independently troubleshoot problems and keep automated manufacturing equipment running.

The ideal candidate is:

• Experienced with PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Comfortable working with robots and automated equipment
• Strong in electrical troubleshooting
• Able to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic prints
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Able to communicate professionally with operators, engineers, maintenance, and management
• Able to remain calm and professional when responding to equipment breakdowns or production issues
• Willing to work overtime and weekends when needed
• Safety-conscious and committed to following established safety procedures

IMPORTANT

This is a hands-on controls and automation position. Candidates should be prepared to troubleshoot equipment directly, work with PLCs and robotics, support production, and participate in equipment installations, integrations, and start-ups.

Manufacturing experience, secondary equipment experience, machine-building experience, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell PLC experience, and Fanuc robotics experience are all strong advantages.