Automation Controls Technician: PLCs, HMIs & Sensors

Coulter Services; Tiffin (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Coulter Services in Ohio is seeking a Controls Technician to install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical and automation control systems in our manufacturing environment. You will work with PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, and sensors to keep corrugated and paperboard lines running safely and efficiently, while collaborating with maintenance teams.

This hands-on role emphasizes problem solving, safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with industrial electrical/automation controls.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Experience interpreting technical documentation to support maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Install, diagnose, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on control and electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot automation equipment to ensure safe, efficient line operation.
• Interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to resolve issues and improve reliability.

Skills

Industrial electrical/automation

PLCs / VFDs / HMIs / sensors

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Safety & teamwork

Tools

PLCs

VFDs

HMIs

Sensors

Job description

Coulter Services in Ohio is seeking a Controls Technician to install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical and automation control systems in our manufacturing environment. You will work with PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, and sensors to keep corrugated and paperboard lines running safely and efficiently, while collaborating with maintenance teams.

This hands-on role emphasizes problem solving, safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced setting.