Controls Technician

Integrity Trade Services; Portland (MI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrity Trade Services is seeking a skilled Controls Technician for our automotive manufacturing client, starting immediately at $41.72/hr. You will install, operate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant electrical and automated systems including PLCs, HMIs, robotics, and CNC controls.

Responsibilities include updating drawings and documentation, diagnosing issues, collaborating with Manufacturing and Quality, and supporting preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

• Associate of Science degree in Controls Engineering or a closely related technical discipline preferred.
• Three to five years of controls-related experience preferred.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and motion-control systems preferred.
• Strong understanding of PCs, PLCs, CNC controls, and related automation technologies preferred.
• Experience using CAD software and electrical-drawing systems preferred.
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain plant electrical and automated systems (PLCs, HMIs, robotics, CNCs).
• Modify electrical systems to improve safety, performance, and efficiency.
• Manage schematics, prints, and processor files; update documentation.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and automation issues; support maintenance teams.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality on controls and process requirements.
• Provide controls and automation support for preventive-maintenance activities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Safety awareness

Documentation

Team collaboration

Process improvement

Plant maintenance

Communication skills

Education

Associate of Science in Controls Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Electrical drawing systems

PLC programming

Job description

This position is a direct hire opportunity!

Integrity Trade Services is hiring a Controls Technician for our automotive manufacturing client to start immediately at $41.72/hr! Receive comprehensive benefits through our client upon hire!

Responsibilities:

The Controls Technician supports the installation, operation, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of a wide variety of plant electrical and automated manufacturing systems. This includes programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interface (HMI) systems, robotics, CNC controls, and related electrical equipment.

• Make electrical-system modifications to existing machinery and newly installed equipment to enhance employee safety, machine performance, and manufacturing efficiency
• Maintain, organize, and store electrical schematics, prints, and programmable processor files for equipment and automation systems
• Assist with establishing and maintaining processes for creating, revising, and updating electrical prints and documentation
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve electrical, controls, and automation-related equipment issues as needed
• Partner with Manufacturing and Quality teams regarding equipment controls, machine concepts, automation improvements, and process requirements
• Provide controls and automation support to Plant Maintenance for preventive-maintenance activities and repairs to plant systems
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and applicable state code requirements
• Program, revise, and support PLCs, HMIs, robots, and other electrical or electronic manufacturing equipment as required
• Take a lead role in troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment and restoring equipment to safe operating condition
• Support continuous-improvement projects, including cycle-time reduction, equipment standardization, and error-proofing initiatives
• Assist with automation projects and improvement efforts throughout the plant
• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of departmental processes, products, and equipment in support of progression through the training program
• Complete required training-matrix certifications for each assigned operation; progression may be tied to a progressive pay structure
• Demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and capabilities required to operate departmental machinery according to established certification standards
• Meet and exceed established production, quality, and performance expectations
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable plant and departmental computer systems
• Demonstrate dependable attendance, a stable work history, strong attention to detail, and commitment to quality
• Powered Industrial Truck Permit preferred

Location:

Portland, MI

Schedule/Shift Details:

2nd Shift, 2:30pm – 11:00pm

• Overtime as needed.

Qualifications:

• Associate of Science degree in Controls Engineering or a closely related technical discipline preferred
• Three to five years of controls-related experience preferred
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and motion-control systems preferred
• Strong understanding of PCs, PLCs, CNC controls, and related automation technologies preferred
• Experience using CAD software and electrical-drawing systems preferred
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational abilities
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team