Controls Technician I - PLC & Automation (2nd/3rd Shift)

American Sugar Refining, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

American Sugar Refining, Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking a skilled Controls Technician to perform maintenance on process control equipment, diagnose electrical and PLC issues, and support safe, reliable operation across shifts.

You will troubleshoot Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell systems, program PLCs, create maintenance work orders in SAP, and collaborate with engineers and operators to minimize downtime. Weekend and holiday coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of related experience and/or training.
• Industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Test and repair PLCs, motors, and control panels.
• Modify electrical/mechanical equipment per specifications.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform preventive maintenance.
• Plan and record periodic testing; initiate modifications or replacements as needed.
• Create, modify, and close maintenance work orders in SAP.
• Communicate changes to Supervisors, Managers, and Engineers.
• Work flexible shifts including weekends and overtime as needed.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

PLC programming

Electrical wiring

Schematic reading

HMI/SCADA

NFPA70E knowledge

Industrial networking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Rockwell PLC

RSLogix

Job description

American Sugar Refining, Inc. in Buffalo, NY is seeking a skilled Controls Technician to perform maintenance on process control equipment, diagnose electrical and PLC issues, and support safe, reliable operation across shifts.

You will troubleshoot Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell systems, program PLCs, create maintenance work orders in SAP, and collaborate with engineers and operators to minimize downtime. Weekend and holiday coverage may be required.