Position Summary
The Controls Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and improving electrical and automated control systems throughout the facility, with a primary focus on press equipment and supporting production operations. This position provides technical support to ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably while minimizing downtime.
The Controls Technician will work closely with maintenance personnel, production teams, and engineering to identify equipment issues, perform preventative maintenance, and implement solutions to improve equipment performance and reliability.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical, electronic, and automated control systems on production presses and related equipment.
- Troubleshoot and maintain PLC systems, including inputs, outputs, sensors, and control circuits.
- Diagnose and repair electrical issues involving motors, drives, relays, contactors, transformers, and control panels.
- Troubleshoot and maintain variable frequency drives (VFDs), servo systems, and other motion control equipment.
- Maintain and troubleshoot industrial automation systems, safety circuits, and machine interlocks.
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, ladder logic, and technical documentation.
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on electrical and control systems.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and provide timely technical support to minimize production downtime.
- Assist with equipment installations, modifications, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.
- Identify recurring equipment problems and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability.
- Work with maintenance technicians and production personnel to resolve equipment-related issues.
- Maintain accurate records of repairs, troubleshooting activities, and preventative maintenance.
- Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and applicable electrical safety requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Technical degree, certification, or equivalent experience in industrial electrical, controls, automation, or a related field preferred.
- 3 5 years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance, controls, or automation preferred.
- Working knowledge of PLC troubleshooting and industrial control systems.
- Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and related automation platforms preferred.
- Knowledge of electrical systems, motor controls, VFDs, sensors, and industrial equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.
- Basic computer skills and ability to document maintenance activities.
- Ability to work 2nd shift and provide support during production breakdowns as needed.