Controls Technician - 1st Shift

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accountable for production and project execution related to controls.
• Provide progressive and innovative electrical solutions to control requirements of the machines and/or systems.
• Work with Mechanical & Electrical Engineers to formulate the electrical design concept and sequence of machine operation.
• Controls Tech is responsible of overall machine operation.
• Work with customers, as needed, to refine customized control concept and to meet customer specification.
• Develop and program automation and control systems involving PLC’s, programmable switches, and all other electrical components required for the machine.
• Able to download programs into the PLC.
• Set up drive parameters, troubleshoot machine operation, and debug programs during final testing phases on the production floor.

Position Requirements

• Knowledge of design and programming.
• Knowledge and experience in the selection, specification and use of common industrial electronic components including starters, contractors, circuit breakers, proximity switches, photo-electric switches, position sensors, temperature sensors, controllers, DC, AC, etc.
• Ability to coach and train team members.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Results focused and strong initiative.
• Excellent teamworking skills.
• Knowledge of NFPA 79 a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand, walk, bend, twist, climb ladders, and reach with arms and hands for up to 10 hours.
• Good visual acuity to see computer screens and read fine print on a variety of reports.

Work Environment

• The position is a manufacturing-based position.
• In the manufacturing area, employees may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and may occasionally be exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but at times loud.