Apprentice Controls Technician - Automotive Automation

Magna-International-6df39721; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain in Indiana seeks a skilled Controls Technician to support, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated manufacturing equipment and control systems. You will diagnose electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and robotic issues to minimize downtime and drive continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, collaboration with Maintenance and Production teams, and adherence to safety standards. An apprenticeship in Controls Systems or related field is required.

Qualifications

• Approved apprenticeship program in Controls Systems, Instrumentation, Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, Industrial Maintenance or related field.
• 3+ years in a manufacturing environment, preferably high-volume automotive manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems and safety standards (NEC/NFPA 79).
• Experience troubleshooting PLCs, robotics, HMIs, drives, CNC controls.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment and robotic systems.
• Diagnose electrical, controls, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical issues to minimize downtime.
• Support installation, startup, testing, and commissioning of equipment and control systems.
• Write and maintain basic troubleshooting notes, operator instructions, and maintenance records.
• Interface with Maintenance, Production, Quality, and Engineering to resolve issues.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Robotics

HMI interfaces

Electrical safety

Preventive maintenance

Schematic reading

Teamwork

Education

Apprenticeship in Controls Systems or related technical field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC (ControlLogix/CompactLogix/Logix 500)

Siemens PLC (Step 7, TI Portal)

FANUC robotics

Atlas Copco nut runners

Cognex vision systems

Keyence systems

Job description

Magna Powertrain in Indiana seeks a skilled Controls Technician to support, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated manufacturing equipment and control systems. You will diagnose electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and robotic issues to minimize downtime and drive continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, collaboration with Maintenance and Production teams, and adherence to safety standards. An apprenticeship in Controls Systems or related field is required.