Controls Technician (Nights)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Controls Troubleshooting & Support - Log into PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent) to diagnose faults, analyze alarms, and identify root causes of equipment failures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve servo motor and servo drive issues, including replacement, alignment, tuning, and verification of proper operation.
• Train, configure, and calibrate sensors (photoelectric, proximity, pressure, vision triggers, interlocks, etc.).
• Diagnose and resolve machine network communication issues (Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, ProfiNet, or equivalent).
• Support and troubleshoot machine vision systems, including camera alignment, lighting adjustments, and inspection validation.
• Aid production during shift operations with controls-related downtime events.

Electrical & Panel Integrity

• Inspect electrical control panels to ensure compliance with company and industry standards.
• Verify proper wire labeling, terminal tightness, and organized panel layout.
• Identify and correct loose terminals, damaged wiring, or non-compliant installations.
• Support electrical safety compliance and ensure adherence to applicable codes and standards.

Project Ownership & Continuous Improvement

• Own and execute controls-related projects assigned by management.
• Support implementation of controls upgrades, system improvements, and equipment modifications.
• Assist Engineering with commissioning of new equipment and validation of controls functionality.
• Recommend improvements to enhance machine uptime, reliability, and performance.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities related to controls failures.

Documentation & Communication

• Maintain accurate documentation of troubleshooting activities, repairs, and configuration changes.
• Update electrical schematics, network diagrams, and controls documentation as required.
• Communicate downtime causes and corrective actions clearly to shift leaders and management.
• Interface daily with Production, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to ensure alignment on equipment status.

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure all work complies with safety standards, electrical codes, and company policies.
• Support compliance with FDA Quality System Regulation, cGMP, ISO, and other applicable standards.
• Follow change control procedures when modifying control systems.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with 5S principles.

General Expectations

• Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual, and predictable attendance.
• Conforms with and abides by all regulations, policies, work procedures, and safety rules.
• Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs.