Controls Technician

Summary

A Maintenance Controls Technician is responsible for the installation, calibration and maintenance of automated industrial machinery. A Controls Technician keeps things running smoothly as they check on and maintain machinery. Successful Controls Technicians are able to respond quickly to any problems that might arise.

Core Competencies

• Communication and People Skills
• Problem Solving
• Excellent dexterity
• Technical Capacity
• Analytical
• Accountability and Dependability

Job Duties

• Test, troubleshoot, and oversee implementation of new processes
• Install retrofits to existing systems and troubleshoot hardware, software, and instrument problems
• Supports start-up activities
• Create and maintain automation processes
• Over-see testing procedures, writing reports and making sure that the instruments you develop comply with quality standards and safety regulations.
• Available for support calls 24/7
• Install, diagnose and fix programmable logic controllers and other devices that operate automated equipment.
• PLC, robot and HMI programming, implementation and troubleshooting
• Preventative maintenance of production and support equipment
• Repair of equipment
• Assist in proper maintenance of all programming software, application files and programming hardware
• Responsible to improve equipment reliability and uptime related to automation and controls
• Implementation of Continuous Improvement Ideas related to automation and robotics as assigned
• Other duties as assigned
• Overtime as required
• Able to work a rotation between days, afternoons and midnights

Requirements

• Completion of a 2-year degree or technical certificate program
• 3 to 5 years manufacturing experience and a strong technical knowledge in the programming, installation, configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment
• Superior analytical capabilities
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to manage multiple projects