Controls Tech I - Nights

Cencora; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 36,162 - 57,955; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Medical, dental, and vision care

Paid parental leave

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Cencora is seeking a Controls Technician to ensure the effective use of automated equipment in our Bethlehem distribution center. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing equipment issues, maintaining preventative maintenance plans, and managing spare parts inventory. Candidates should have a High School diploma and ideally 1-2 years of relevant experience. The position offers competitive pay ($26.25 - $42.07 per hour) and a $2,000 sign-on bonus, along with comprehensive benefits including health plans and paid leave.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, with vocational training a plus.
• 1-2 years of related experience; strong electrical background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the functionality of automated equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical issues.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance tasks.
• Manage inventory of spare parts.

Skills

Technical knowledge of mechanical systems

Repair aptitude

Ability to read CAD layouts

Experience with electrical systems

Knowledge of PLCs

Computer systems proficiency

Analytical skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical vocational training

Tools

RSLogix

GSMi

Flex Sort

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

Job Details

• Shift: Sunday 4:00 PM until job completed; Monday – Thursday 6:00 PM until job completed
• Pay: $26.25 – $42.07 per hour, including shift differential
• Sign‑on Bonus: $2,000
• Location: 5100 Jaindl Blvd, Bethlehem, PA 18017 (AmerisourceBergen Business)

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Systems Manager, the Controls Technician supports the effective use and functionality of the automated equipment within a fully automated Distribution Center. The role includes diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical issues, performing testing, replacement or repair of electrical systems, and operating PLCs, HMI, and scanners. Duties also cover completion of equipment and instrumentation system testing, implementation of hard‑drive and network card installations, and ensuring compliance with all division and regulatory requirements.

• Ensures effective preventative maintenance plans and schedules for all facility equipment and systems.
• Diagnoses Materials Handling Equipment and Automated Picking System-related error conditions occurring in the Distribution Center and repairs appropriately.
• Oversees any maintenance, modifications, and/or system upgrades of Materials Handling Equipment and Automated Picking System controls.
• Assesses the efficiency of materials handling equipment and automated picking systems and defines necessary modifications.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance tasks to ensure continued productivity with warehouse operations.
• Maintains CMMS/EAM system on repairs required and performed on equipment in the Distribution Center.
• Manages the inventory of spare parts.
• Willing to work extended hours as needed to meet productivity goals.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Experience & Education

• High School Diploma or GED (some technical vocational training or equivalent combination of experience and education a plus).
• Normally requires one to two years of related and progressively responsible experience; strong electrical background preferred.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong technical and operational knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment and systems.
• Aptitude for repair and maintenance activities.
• Ability to read and interpret CAD layouts, illustrated parts breakdown diagrams, electrical circuitry diagrams, and drawings.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical issues, including three‑phase or single‑phase electrical systems up to 600 volts, AC or DC motors, power supplies, frequency drives, servo drives, transformers, motor starters, proximity sensors, encoders, photo‑eyes, PLCs, HMIs, and PLC inputs/outputs.
• Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) preferred; ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, and to load programs or configure PLCs, HMI, and scanners.
• Experience testing equipment and instrumentation systems, including electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, refrigeration, and water‑treatment chemicals.
• Working knowledge of computer systems and personal computers, and experience installing and setting up hard drives, RAM, network cards, monitor cards, and motherboards.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, IM) and material handling equipment software such as RSLogix, Sort Director, GSMi, IPoint, Flex Sort.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; attention to detail.
• Positions typically semi‑skilled; ability to perform more than one trade within the Controls Tech I level.

What Cencora Offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness, including backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. We offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. Harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non‑discriminatory. Cencora provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process consistent with legal requirements. For accommodation requests, call 888‑692‑2272 or email [e-mail].

Affiliated Companies

AmerisourceBergen Drug Corporation