2nd-Shift Automation & Controls Technician

Roll Forming Corp.; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401K / 401K Roth up to 6% match

Profit-Sharing Bonus

Leadership training opportunities

Volunteer program

Job summary

Roll Forming Corporation is seeking a hands-on Electrical and Controls Technician to join the Corporate Engineering team in Jeffersonville, Indiana. You will install, program, and troubleshoot electrical controls and automation systems on the production floor, working with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, motors, servos, and robotics.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering, maintenance, and production to improve efficiency and reliability, plus training others on control-system operation.

Qualifications

• An associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or a related field.
• Experience as a controls technician or in a similar manufacturing role.
• Hands-on PLC programming experience, particularly with Allen-Bradley or Siemens platforms.
• Experience with robotics, automation, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Working knowledge of industrial network protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and EtherCAT.
• Knowledge of motor-control drives and motion systems, including PowerFlex, Kinetix, or Indramat.
• Understanding of electrical safety devices, redundant wiring, test pulses, and lockable switches.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with the ability to learn new software tools.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, program, and maintain control systems, including PLCs, HMI software, motors, servos, robots, and related automation equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and control-system issues to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections on control equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to implement solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and reliability.
• Document system modifications, maintenance work, and standard operating procedures.
• Train employees on control-system operation and best practices.
• Support the development of project specifications and timelines.
• Maintain compliance with applicable safety requirements and industry standards.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics

HMI

SCADA

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or Automation Technology

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

EtherNet/IP

Modbus

EtherCAT

PowerFlex

Kinetix

Indramat

Job description

Roll Forming Corporation is seeking a hands-on Electrical and Controls Technician to join the Corporate Engineering team in Jeffersonville, Indiana. You will install, program, and troubleshoot electrical controls and automation systems on the production floor, working with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, motors, servos, and robotics.

The role emphasizes collaboration with engineering, maintenance, and production to improve efficiency and reliability, plus training others on control-system operation.