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:
- 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
Competitive Benefits and Healthy Rewards Program. Benefits begin on DAY 1!
- Participation in the company 401K Program.
- Employee Assistance Programs.
- Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Road Robust on the job training.
- Uniforms and Tools provided.
- Annual Reimbursements for Boots and Safety Glasses.
Contact Information
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