Controls Technician (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Controls Technician to support and maintain the electrical, automation, and control systems that keep our manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot electrical and controls systems for manufacturing equipment.
• Verify proper operation of control systems, electrical wiring, safety circuits, and machine interlocks.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, PLC, HMI, and machine control issues to minimize downtime.
• Modify, download, and maintain PLC and HMI programs while verifying functionality and documenting all changes.
• Create, update, and maintain electrical schematics, control drawings, and system documentation.
• Provide technical support for PLCs, HMIs, machine controls, MES, and related automation systems in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Partner with the MES team to:
• Maintain version control for PLC/HMI programs and electrical drawings.
• Identify automation, controls, and machine safety improvement opportunities.
• Maintain inventory levels for critical controls and electrical spare parts.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to resolve equipment issues and implement system improvements.
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance on electrical and automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot industrial communication networks, including Ethernet/IP and other control networks.
• Configure and support network equipment, including ports, VLANs, and NAT, while coordinating with IT on network-related issues.
• Support and maintain maintenance laptops and programming equipment.
• Follow all company safety procedures, electrical standards, and risk assessment processes.
• Perform other electrical, controls, and automation-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience troubleshooting and programming PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and machine controls.
• Experience with one or more of the following: Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Ignition, Wonderware, WinCC, or SQL databases.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience troubleshooting automation and electrical systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred

• Technical degree, certificate, or vocational training in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Knowledge of industrial networking and machine safety systems.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $36.00-$40.00. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

Benefits

• Participation in the company 401K Program.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Robust on the job training.
• Uniforms and Tools provided.
• Annual Reimbursements for Boots and Safety Glasses.