Controls Technician

Ms Companies, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits: medical/dental/vision/401(k)

Stable manufacturing environment

Lead capital projects

Growth opportunities

Safety culture

Job summary

Ms Companies, LLC is seeking a Controls Technician to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will troubleshoot PLCs, configure servo systems, and support Fanuc robot operations while mentoring teammates and assisting start-ups.

The role involves hands-on problem solving with a focus on safety, accountability, and operational excellence in a facility that values professional growth and project delivery.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering or related field required.
• 2+ years in engineering, robotics, or a related technical role.
• Attendance and reliability required; overtime may be needed.
• Understanding of manufacturing interfaces between glass processing, controls, and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLC systems (Rockwell and Mitsubishi).
• Program and troubleshoot Fanuc robots at a basic level.
• Configure and troubleshoot servo and VFD systems (SEW, AB, Mitsubishi).
• Configure and troubleshoot HMI systems.
• Train electricians on electrical control devices and PLC/HMI hardware.

Skills

Associate degree

2+ years experience

Team collaboration

Overtime readiness

Manufacturing process knowledge

PLC/robotics knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Engineering/Info Systems

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent/Full-Time | Direct Hire

We are seeking Controls Technicians to join a growing, fast-paced manufacturing company! The Controls Technician will play a key role in keeping the facility's automated production equipment running, including hands-on work with PLCs, robotics, servo systems, HMIs, and more. This role is perfect for an individual that enjoys technical problem solving, mentoring others, and being involved in new equipment start-ups/commissioning.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or relevant field required
• 2+ years of experience in Engineering, Robotics, or a relevant technical role required
• Regular and predictable attendance required
• Ability to cooperate within teams to carry out tasks and responsibilities
• Overtime may be required as work load or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays
• Understanding of typical manufacturing interfaces and processes, such as between the glass process, the controls, and the robotics that allow working in concert

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Advanced/intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Effective ability to lead, direct, and instruct others on tasks and processes
• Hands‑on approach to problem solving and analysis
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to live by example and teach core workplace values — Safety, Accountability, Results Oriented, Team Approach, Customer Focused, and strong Integrity and Ethics — and encourage others to embrace them

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot PLC systems, such as Rockwell and Mitsubishi
• Program and troubleshoot Fanuc Robots on a basic level
• Configure and troubleshoot Servo and VFD systems, including SEW, Allen Bradley, and Mitsubishi
• Configure and troubleshoot HMI systems
• Train and assist electricians to troubleshoot, repair, replace, and commission all electrical control devices, including AC drives, DC drives, and Servo Controllers, contactors, motors, breakers, solenoids, and power supplies
• Train and assist electricians to troubleshoot PLC and HMI hardware, including processors, discrete and analog IO cards, power supplies, network adapters, distributed IO, message displays, PC-based interfaces, and operator interfaces such as PanelView
• Provide direction, assistance, and training to maintenance electricians in other technical areas, as needed
• Assist with basic maintenance of networking and communications, such as DeviceNet, ControlNet, and Ethernet/IP
• Plan and coordinate engineering project work with team members
• Engage in project commissioning and start-up work
• Troubleshoot automation systems and assist with other aspects of electrical or controls projects as necessary
• Conduct root cause analysis of severe downtime incidents

Physical & Environmental Requirements

Physical expectations and working conditions associated with the job may include: standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods, lifting up to 25–50 lbs depending on role, and other work that may be performed in a manufacturing, warehouse, or office environment.

Company Benefits & Culture

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits
• Stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to lead impactful facility and capital improvement projects
• Professional growth and advancement opportunities
• Strong focus on safety, accountability, and operational excellence