Controls Tech - 3rd

Multimatic; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits on day one

Tuition assistance

Uniforms provided

PPE reimbursement

Job summary

Multimatic Indiana - New Haven in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Controls Technician for 2nd shift. You will drive automation (PLCs & robotics) to optimize production and support all preventive maintenance programs, equipment, and facilities.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma or GED with electrical training or journeyman experience and 3-5 years in automotive manufacturing; familiarity with ABB/Motoman/Fanuc/Kuka robots and Allen-Bradley/Siemens PLCs is expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2 years' electrical training or journeyman experience, or 3-5 years in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience with robotics and PLCs is required or highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical controls, drives, and robot paths.
• Make programming changes to PLC, HMI, and robots.
• Assist in machine repair, changeover, setup, and operation.
• Perform all preventive maintenance as scheduled.
• Maintain spare parts inventory and documentation.
• Support Production as needed and work 2nd or 3rd shift.

Skills

Robotics

PLC programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical wiring

Education

High School diploma or GED

Electrical training / journeyman

3-5 years automotive manufacturing experience

Tools

ABB Robots

Motoman Robots

Fanuc Robots

Kuka Robots

Allen Bradley PLCs

RSLogix 500

Studio 5000

Siemens Step 7

Job description

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered. Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be reviewed. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company does not sponsor employment visas now or in the future. THIS IS A FIRST SHIFT POSITION

Company Overview

Multimatic is a global enterprise supplying engineered components, systems and services to the automotive industry. Multimatic Indiana - New Haven is a company facility located in Fort Wayne, manufacturing specialized, high-strength steel structural components for automotive OEMs.

Position Overview

Multimatic Indiana - New Haven has an opening for; Controls Technician for 2nd shift. Selected individual will drive automation (PLCs & robotics) activity for optimized production. The successful candidate(s) will also be required to help maintain manufacturing equipment, building facilities, and support all preventative maintenance programs.

Why Work For Multimatic?

Outstanding Compensation & a Culture that values its associates!

Great benefits first day of employment; (e.g. Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid and unpaid time-off, & 401k match, Company provided Uniforms, & PPE reimbursement programs).

Tuition Assistance for Apprenticeships & other continuing education programs.

An excellent opportunity to be part of a new product launches. Work with high-tech equipment (lasers, over 80 robots, Mig welding. Patented technology that is exclusive to Multimatic New Haven. Perhaps best known as constructor of the new Ford GT road and race cars, Multimatic's products also span a wide range of automotive mechanisms, structures and suspension systems (including Formula 1 race dampers).

Facility Address

Multimatic Indiana - New Haven 2808 Adams Center Road Fort Wayne, Indiana USA 46803

Duties and Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair various types of electrical controls, drives, communications, plant power, wiring, circuits, robot paths, etc. Use laptop and various software programs and network interfaces to communicate with equipment. Ability to make programming changes to PLC, HMI & robots. Assist technical services in machine repair, changeover, set-up and operation as required. Perform all preventative maintenance requirements as scheduled. Have mechanical aptitude that compliments electrical capabilities. Ability to schedule time, materials and equipment required to perform tasks, and to properly use and complete required documentation. Support of Production as and when required. Assist in keeping a spare parts inventory. Have a professional customer service attitude and ability to communicate with all levels of associates. Must be willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift.

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2 years' experience with electrical training or journeyman experience or 3-5 years of related experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.

Working knowledge of the following:

• Robots ABB Robots (S4C & IRC5 Controllers).
• Motoman Robots (NX100, DX100, & DX200 Controllers).
• Minimal exposure to Fanuc and Kuka robots.
• PLCs Allen Bradley PLC’s With RSLogix 500 and Studio 5000 Programming Software.
• Siemens PLC’s With Step 7 Programming Software.
• DRIVES Allen Bradley Power Flex. Indramat. Ormec. Quantum III.
• Communication Protocols EtherNet/IP. Profibus. DeviceNet.
• Welding MIG. RESISTANCE. HFI.
• Lasers Trumpf laser experience / metal cutting using lasers is preferred.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Candidates must have long‑term authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

To learn more about Multimatic, check out our youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psOjJIh3t90

As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities.

Multimatic is a global enterprise supplying engineered components, systems and services to the automotive industry. The company's success has been fueled by its ability to attract and motivate a team of highly skilled and passionate individuals who want to make a difference. With expanding facilities around the world, including in Canada, the US, the UK, Germany, Mexico, Japan and China, there is always room in Multimatic's growing team for people who share a dedication to technical excellence, quality and enthusiasm.