PLC Training Instructor

We’re looking for an experienced PLC Training Instructor with strong Rockwell PLC knowledge to join an automotive manufacturing training team in Lake Orion, MI . This role is perfect for a Controls Engineer or Automation Technician ready to transition off the plant floor into a rewarding teaching and mentorship position.

We’re looking for an experienced PLC Training Instructor with strong Rockwell PLC knowledge to join an automotive manufacturing training team in Lake Orion, MI. This is a 6-month temp-to-direct opportunity with a starting pay of $36–$43.50/hr plus daily per diem and paid travel.


This role is perfect for a Controls Engineer or Automation Technician ready to transition off the plant floor into a rewarding teaching and mentorship position. You’ll use your hands-on background to train apprentices on PLCs, robotics, and automation systems used in automotive production.


Position Highlights:

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  Location: Lake Orion, MI
  
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  Pay: $36–$43.50/hr + daily per diem + paid hotels when traveling
  
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  Type: 6-month temp-to-direct
  
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  Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (occasional 2nd/3rd shift work)
  
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  Travel: Up to 80% (mostly local to MI plants)
  

What You’ll Do:

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  Teach apprentices how to troubleshoot, program, and maintain automation and robotic systems
  
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  Lead hands-on training at automotive manufacturing sites
  
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  Develop and refine class materials and technical curriculum
  
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  Apply your field experience to help the next generation of technicians succeed
  

What You’ll Need:

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  Rockwell PLC programming and troubleshooting experience
  
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  Proven background in automation, controls, or system integration
  
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  Familiarity with Fanuc iR Vision, Kuka, or other robotics systems
  
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  Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally (and occasionally to Canada/Mexico)
  

This is a great opportunity to leverage your technical expertise in a new way — teaching others while still staying close to the technology you know best.