Controls Technician

Corning Incorporated; Hemlock (MI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Corning Incorporated in Hemlock, MI, is seeking a controls technician to specify, procure, and complete projects to automate production processes and improve machine controls.

You will manage projects from design to implementation, ensure quality systems compliance, and support 24/7 operations. The role requires an associate degree and 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing controls, with strong teamwork and safety focus.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred in electrical technologies or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience with machine/motion controls systems in process and manufacturing equipment.
• Experience integrating systems into advanced manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Support control systems throughout the plant.
• Design, develop, integrate, troubleshoot, and debug control systems.
• Coordinate with maintenance and operations to maintain functionality.
• Develop and maintain documentation on control systems.
• Provide training for engineers and technicians on new processes.
• Provide weekend and evening support for 24/7 operations.
• Lead or support projects from design to implementation.
• Ensure equipment meets plant and industry standards.

Skills

Electrical controls

Automation

Manufacturing processes

Systems integration

Problem solving

Team player

Communication

Safety focus

Project leadership

Education

Associate’s degree in electrical technologies

Job description

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Role Purpose

The role of a controls technician is to specify, procure, and complete projects to automate production processes, improve machine controls, and install machine data reporting. They are to support automation and controls in a manufacturing environment. Designs new electrical controls systems and improves existing electrical controls systems. Manage projects from design to implementation, including defining project scope, determining required resources, establishing equipment specifications, providing system startup services, developing processes, and executing validation protocols. Ensures compliance/improvement of quality systems in manufacturing. Participates in new product development and process improvement projects as a core team member or core team leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Support other engineering technicians, establish, sets technical direction, and ensures compliance with plant standards.
• The primary responsibility will be to support control systems throughout the plant.
• Maintain functionality of controls through coordination with maintenance and operations.
• Develop and maintain documentation on control systems throughout the departments.
• Responsible for designing, developing, integrating, troubleshooting, and debugging.
• Thoroughly follow structured Software Development practices to ensure fast and efficient systems completion.
• Provide training for engineers and technicians as needed for new processes, equipment, or control systems.
• Provide weekend and evening support as necessary to support 24/7 operations.
• Project focus will be on receiving, developing and supporting new assets.
• Ensure that the equipment meets plant/industry standards and utilizes leading edge technology and process capability to gain competitive advantage.
• At times will also act in role of a controls technician to provide support to other manufacturing systems and equipment (material handling, process equipment, etc.).

Work Hours

• Standard Hours (Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm)
• Flexible hours may be required to support weekends/evenings operations requirements (including coverage for shift supervisors on 12hr shift rotation as needed).

Education & Experience

• Associate’s degree preferred in electrical technologies or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of experience with machine/motion controls systems in process and manufacturing equipment.
• Experience integrating systems into advanced manufacturing processes.

Required Skills

• Demonstrated experience in the application of various part sensing technologies.
• Strong electro-mechanical skills with demonstrated experience in the successful implementation of automation and control system integration technologies in manufacturing processes.
• Able to effectively work with external machine builders and system integrators for detail design, build and integration of later stages of machine system implementation.
• Strong team player who takes personal ownership for their areas of responsibility.
• Capable of executing project assignments with minimal supervision.
• Effective problem solving and decision-making skills, with focus on safety.

Desired Skills

• Knowledgeable of electrical design standards
• Knowledge of the Performance Excellence programs (DMAIC, KT, etc.).

Soft Skills

• Able to communicate equally well with various levels of the organization (engineers, production associates, and managers).
• Able to work in a team-oriented environment
• Self-motivated
• Good presentation skills
• Able to handle multiple priorities
• High commitment level
• Ability to communicate to management

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $59,130.00 - $81,304.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

A job that shapes a life.

Corning offers you the total package.

Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.

• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
• As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
• Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [e-mail] .