Controls Technician - Night shift

US06 Arch Chemicals Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,705 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Arxada in Rochester, NY is seeking a Controls Technician to maintain and optimize industrial control systems, including PLCs and HMIs, ensuring safety and high-quality production. You will diagnose issues, perform preventive maintenance, and collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve reliability.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving, strong electrical knowledge, and cross-functional communication in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in controls, electrical, or instrumentation roles in an industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (e.g., Allen‑Bradley or similar systems).
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, sensors, drives, and process instrumentation.
• Ability to analyze problems, think critically, and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross‑functionally and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and instrumentation
• Support ongoing operations by diagnosing equipment issues and implementing timely corrective actions
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on control systems and electrical equipment
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize system performance and reliability
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new control systems and equipment
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Skills

Controls experience

PLC programming

Electrical systems knowledge

Instrumentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Electrical/Controls/Instrumentation discipline (no degree required)

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Job description

Arxada is a global leader in innovative solutions that protect our world. Our groundbreaking technologies, in-depth regulatory know-how, manufacturing and process development help our customers to safeguard nutrition, health and infrastructure efficiently through chemistry and biotechnology that enhance sustainability.

As a Controls Technician in Rochester, NY, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement of our manufacturing operations. You will contribute directly to business success by maintaining and optimizing control systems that drive safe and high-quality production. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your technical expertise to a collaborative and hands‑on environment where innovation, problem‑solving, and operational excellence are valued every day.

Essential Job Functions

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and instrumentation
• Support ongoing operations by diagnosing equipment issues and implementing timely corrective actions
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on control systems and electrical equipment
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize system performance and reliability
• Assist with installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new control systems and equipment
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• 5–10 years of experience in controls, electrical, or instrumentation roles in an industrial environment
• Field of study in Electrical, Controls, Instrumentation, or a related technical discipline (no degree required)
• Hands‑on experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting (e.g., Allen‑Bradley or similar systems)
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, sensors, drives, and process instrumentation
• Ability to analyze problems, think critically, and implement effective solutions
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross‑functionally and communicate clearly

Compensation & Benefits

The expected hourly salary range for this role is $31 to $40. This role is also eligible to earn a short‑term incentive bonus and includes the following benefits: 401(k) plan; medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off, paid holidays, and paid sick leave.

Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.