Controls Tech I SS (Tuesday -Sat)

About the Role

The Controls Technician is responsible for electrical control systems on all production and support equipment and machinery. This hands-on position drives continuous improvement activities pertaining to production equipment and requires assertive troubleshooting in both maintenance and emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical control systems and components for production equipment and machinery.
• Modify and understand ladder logic programming and electrical schematics.
• Work with Allen Bradley HMIs, PLCs, relays, and logic diagrams.
• Support, create, integrate, troubleshoot, and improve processing and packaging control systems.
• Reduce downtime and develop plans with Maintenance Manager/Supervisors to minimize it.
• Familiarity with AC/DC motor controls and variable frequency drives.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to modify control systems for operational improvements.
• Participate in team meetings, fostering cohesiveness and addressing issues proactively.
• Maintain familiarity with Simmons’ operating systems (e.g., quality, security, company policies) and support their objectives.
• Perform additional duties as necessary to support business objectives.

Requirements

• Proficiency in FactoryTalk, RSLinx, RSLogix 5000, and RSLogix 500.
• Strong knowledge of Allen Bradley systems and industrial controls.
• Ability to read and modify ladder logic and electrical schematics.
• Experience with ABB systems is a plus.
• Preference for experience in food manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
• Some college and/or technical school graduate (preferred).
• Military experience is valued and welcomed.

Physical Activities

• Regularly sit, stand, and walk during shifts.
• Enter and locate information on a computer, visually verifying small print.
• Manually lift or move objects up to 50 pounds.
• Work in extreme temperatures, on feet for entire shift.
• Work in cramped, enclosed, elevated, wet, or dirty areas with noise levels above 90 decibels.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Steel-toed shoes, ear plugs, hair net, hard hat, and other PPE as required.