Automation Control Tech

Shurtape Technologies; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shurtape Technologies is seeking an Automation Control Technician for night shift in Hickory, NC. The role covers setup, installation, troubleshooting, and repair of complex electrical systems, including automatic machines and process controls.

You will support preventative maintenance, calibration to ISO standards, and provide routine technical assistance to Operations on control systems for new and modified equipment. A 2-year electronics degree or military electronics training is required.

Qualifications

• 2-year associate degree in electronics or equivalent military electronics training.
• 2–5 years of experience with PLCs, AC/DC drives, and HMI software in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Capable of low-to-high voltage electrical work and wiring complex circuits.
• Proficient with basic hand tools, meters, oscilloscopes.

Responsibilities

• Set up, install, troubleshoot, test and repair electrical and electronic equipment including automatic machines and process controls.
• Maintain and calibrate plant equipment in ISO-compliant systems.
• Provide technical assistance to operations on control systems for new or modified equipment.
• Assist in maintaining inventories of critical components and equipment documentation.
• Archive blueprints and software related to equipment.

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Highland Tape - Hickory, NC 28602, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Night

About Us

Join a Team That Sticks Together!

At Shurtape Technologies, we know how to make things stick. As a leading manufacturer and marketer of adhesive tape, we pride ourselves on creating innovative solutions for a variety of industries.

We have facilities all around the world, including in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Mexico, China, and more.

In addition to our specialty adhesive products, we offer well-known brands like Duck®, FrogTape®, Painter’s Mate®, Shurtape®, T‑Rex®, Kip®, and Pro Tapes®.

Why Work with Us

We encourage curiosity and creativity, working together to solve challenges and innovate. Our commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility means we make a positive impact on our communities and the world.

What We Offer

• A company that truly values your contributions
• A place where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of something meaningful
• A focus on excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring we deliver top-quality, reliable solutions to our customers
• An environment where employees are encouraged to bring their best ideas forward and adopt a growth mindset

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Automation Control Technician is responsible for set-up, installation, troubleshooting, testing and repair of complex electrical and electronic equipment including automatic machines and process controls, motor control centers and related controls, computer control systems, some with human/machine interfaces, as well as basic plant electrical equipment; participates in preventative maintenance activities related to all plant and production electrical and electronic components and systems as well as maintaining the plant’s calibration system to ISO standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews and accurately reports personal activities on a daily or more frequent basis
• Assists the Engineering Manager and/or Maintenance Manager in determining proper installation and/or repair procedures for electrical and/or electronic equipment
• Notifies the Engineering Manager if additional hand, power or electronic diagnostic tools are required
• Participates in establishing and maintaining an effective preventative maintenance program
• Completes small electrical and/or electronic projects as assigned by the Engineering Manager
• Administers the plant’s calibration system in compliance to ISO standards
• Provides technical assistance to operations on proper operation of control systems on new/modified equipment installations.
• Assists the Engineering Manager in establishing and maintaining adequate inventories of critical components
• Assists the Engineering Department in planning existing equipment upgrades and new equipment specifications
• Assists the Maintenance and Engineering Departments in archiving accurate equipment blueprints and operational documents.
• Assists the Maintenance and Engineering Departments in archiving accurate equipment operating, testing and development software.
• Assures safe work practices and company/plant policies are adhered to
• Maintains high standard of cleanliness and organization at job sites and automation lab
• Other responsibilities as directed by the Maintenance Manager

Qualifications

• Familiar with company philosophy, procedures, and practices
• Strong familiarity with manufacturing environment and equipment
• Possesses good verbal and written skills
• Capable of performing low-to-high voltage electrical work, balancing loads, laying out and wiring complex circuits with large quantity of connections, troubleshooting and correcting faulty logic and control circuits as well as carrying out electrical installations, repairs, and tests on all plant and production equipment
• Proficient in the use of basic hand tools, volt/ohm/amp meters, oscilloscopes and other electrical diagnostic equipment.
• Possesses and demonstrates excellent electrical/electronic aptitude and skills
• Willing to participate in Shurtape’s Pay for Skill program
• Possesses strong work ethic, motivated, highly initiative, and able to function efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 2-year Associates degree in electronics or equivalent military training in electronics
• 2 – 5 years’ experience working with PLCs, AC/DC drives, HMI Software in a manufacturing environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Constantly (2/3 to Full Day)

• Walking
• Standing

Frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of day)

• Talking (telephone/radio and/or other employees)
• Lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending

Occasionally (1/3 of day)

• Sitting
• Typing, writing

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Our office is designed to bring people together. It's an open, collaborative space where creativity and teamwork thrive. We believe the best ideas come from shared conversations and we encourage our teams work closely and support one another. To help everyone do their best work, we provide a comfortable and well-equipped workspace, foster team building through activities and social events, and prioritize work-life balance, further helping our employees achieve their personal and professional goals. Our company culture values innovation, inclusivity and a positive attitude, with the contributions of each employee driving our overall success.

Shurtape Technologies, LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affie cisitive Action employer. Shurtape Technologies, LLC does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including identity & expression), medical condition, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirement.