Automation Controls Technician – PLCs & Upgrades

PFNonwovens; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PFNonwovens Hazleton, PA seeks a Maintenance Controls Technician to troubleshoot and maintain production control systems and related equipment. You will ensure reliability, proper line performance, and safe operation in a dust-prone environment.

Responsibilities include upgrading PLCs/HMIs, diagnosing electrical issues, and collaborating with Operations, Process Engineering and Maintenance to meet short- and long-term goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with Associates Degree in electronics or equivalent experience.
• Preferred 1-3 years of industrial experience.
• Proficient with electrical theory and power systems (3-phase, single-phase, DC).
• Familiar with NEC, NFPA-70E and standard wiring practices.
• Experience using meters and oscilloscopes to identify electrical problems.
• Advanced knowledge of controller based hardware and software.
• Strong teamwork and ability to meet production goals.

Responsibilities

• Observe OSHA and safety rules and report hazards.
• Modify control systems including programming and wiring changes.
• Support equipment modifications with suppliers and installers.
• Upgrade obsolete controllers (PLCs, HMIs, VFDs).
• Diagnose chronic control issues and identify root causes.
• Use laptops to diagnose PLCs, HMIs, servo systems with meters and scopes.
• Assist Operations to meet short and long term goals.
• Train maintenance and new personnel.
• Maintain clean, orderly work area and provide off-hour support.
• Communicate with parts department to ensure spares.

Skills

Electrical theory

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

PLC/HMI knowledge

Education

Associates Degree in electronics

Tools

PLC programming software

HMI systems

Oscilloscopes

Electrical meters

Job description

PFNonwovens Hazleton, PA seeks a Maintenance Controls Technician to troubleshoot and maintain production control systems and related equipment. You will ensure reliability, proper line performance, and safe operation in a dust-prone environment.

Responsibilities include upgrading PLCs/HMIs, diagnosing electrical issues, and collaborating with Operations, Process Engineering and Maintenance to meet short- and long-term goals.