Controls Technician

First Quality; McElhattan (Clinton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Vacation & PTO

Parental Leave

Company matched 401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Onsite Gym

Quarterly Incentive Bonus

Company store discounts

Paid holidays

Leave benefits

Rapid progression

Work-life balance

Job summary

First Quality in McElhattan, PA seeks a Controls Technician to troubleshoot, maintain and install PLCs, HMIs, and automation equipment for production lines. The role is a 12-hour overnight position on a rotating two-week schedule, with emphasis on reliability, safety, and line performance.

Ideal candidates hold an associate degree in related disciplines and 1–3 years of industrial controls experience. Competitive salary and a strong benefits package accompany this on-site role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with an associate’s degree in Mechatronics or related discipline.
• Disciplines include Mechatronics, Electrical Technology, Robotics and Automation, Electrical Maintenance, Electro-Mechanical Technology, Controls Technology.
• 1–3 years of Industrial Controls experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots, maintains, and installs PLCs, HMIs, process instrumentation, machine control systems, VFDs, servo drives, machine vision, robotics, power distribution (<600V), and control system networking.
• Interfaces with PLC/HMI programs to diagnose equipment issues.
• Reads and uses electrical schematics and test equipment to diagnose issues.
• Performs electrical preventive maintenance to maintain like-new equipment condition.
• Works with production and support to identify and resolve problems.
• Assists with department projects and equipment installations as necessary.
• Owns personal safety and follows all electrical safety rules.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

PLC & HMI basics

Three-phase power

Electrical safety

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Associate degree in Mechatronics

Associate degree in Electrical Technology

Associate degree in Robotics and Automation

Associate degree in Electrical Maintenance

Associate degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology

Associate degree in Controls Technology

Tools

PLC hardware

Ladder logic

Servo motion control

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a Controls Technician for our Nutek Disposables Company located in McElhattan, PA. This is a 12-hour overnight position (6:45 pm-7 am) on a 2-week rotating crew schedule. This position will be responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining controls components and automation systems for production and associated utility equipment to insure highest reliability, proper line performance, and safe operation.

Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000 annual

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, effective immediately
• Up to 3 weeks’ vacation after 2 months + PTO
• Parental Leave- 6 weeks 100% paid
• Company Matched Dependent Care
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Quarterly Incentive Bonus
• Company Store Discounts
• 401k plus company match up to 4%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Onsite Gym
• Only Scheduled to work 15 days a month!

Principal Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoots, maintains, and installs PLC’s, HMI’s, process instrumentation, machine control systems, variable frequency drives, servo drives, machine vision, robotics, power distribution (<600V), and control system networking
• Interface with PLC/HMI program to diagnose equipment issues
• Read and use electrical schematics and electrical test equipment to diagnose equipment issues
• Performs electrical preventative maintenance to maintain like new equipment condition
• Works closely with the production and support disciplines to identify and resolve problems
• Assists with department projects and equipment installations as necessary
• Owns personal safety and is expected to follow all electrical safety rules and guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications/ education and experience requirements:

• High School Diploma with associate’s degree in the following or related disciplines:
  • Mechatronics
  • Electrical Technology
  • Robotics and Automation
  • Electrical Maintenance
  • Electro-Mechanical Technology
  • Controls Technology
• 1-3 years of Industrial Controls experience (preferred)

Skill requirements:

Electrical Knowledge

• Fundamental knowledge of electrical theory and principles of operation
• Fundamental knowledge of three phase, single phase and DC power
• Familiar with NEC and standard wiring practices
• Ability to utilize and interpret an electrical multimeter

Software Knowledge

• Fundamental knowledge of PLC hardware and software
• Ability to read and interpret PLC ladder logic
• Fundamental knowledge of servo motion control (preferred)
• Microsoft Office Suite

Personal Skills

• Safety oriented mindset
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with a team
• Strong analytical skills.

First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.

First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.