Automation Controls Technician Apprentice

Magna International

Muncie (IN)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Magna Powertrain in Indiana is seeking a skilled Controls Technician to support, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated manufacturing equipment and control systems in the production environment. You will diagnose electrical, controls, pneumatic, hydraulic, robotic, and automation-related issues while collaborating with Maintenance and Production teams to maximize uptime and drive continuous improvement.

Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program in Controls Systems, Instrumentation, Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation or a related technical field; or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably high-volume automotive manufacturing.
Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems and safety standards including NEC and NFPA 79.
Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and controlled devices including PLCs, robotics, HMIs, drives, and CNC controls.
Hands‑on experience with Allen‑Bradley PLC platforms including ControlLogix 5000, CompactLogix, and Logix 5000 systems.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain PLC‑controlled manufacturing equipment, robotic systems, HMIs, CNC controls, and associated automation devices.
Diagnose and resolve electrical, controls, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical issues to minimize production downtime.
Support production equipment uptime through preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and continuous improvement activities.
Assist in the installation, startup, testing, and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment and control systems.
Support hardware and software modifications to automated systems under the direction of Engineering or Controls personnel.
Write and maintain basic documentation including troubleshooting notes, operator instructions, and maintenance records.
Assist with equipment acceptance testing, validation activities, and system commissioning as required.
Interface with Maintenance, Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to resolve equipment and process‑related issues.
Support maintenance technicians by providing technical assistance related to controls and automation systems.
Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, safety, cycle time, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Ensure all work is performed in accordance with plant safety policies, electrical standards, and lockout/tagout procedures.
Maintain spare parts inventories and communicate equipment concerns to leadership as necessary.
Follow all company safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.