Controls Technician I - Warehouse Automation & PLCs

AmerisourceBergen Pharmaceutical Distribution and Strategic Global Sourcing; Mineral Wells (MS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora is seeking a maintenance technician to support its distribution operations in Olive Branch, MS. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems within materials handling equipment and automated picking systems.

You will perform preventive maintenance, upgrades, and system tests, read CAD and IPB diagrams, and maintain CMMS/EAM records. A strong electrical background and 1–2 years of related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires one to two years related and progressively responsible experience; strong electrical background preferred.
• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and repairs materials handling equipment and automated picking system errors.
• Performs maintenance, modifications, and system upgrades of equipment and controls.
• Assesses efficiency and implements necessary modifications to MHE and automated systems.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance to keep warehouse operations productive.
• Manages CMMS/EAM records for repairs and equipment in the distribution center.
• Willing to work extra hours to meet productivity targets.

Skills

Electrical repair

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

PLC concepts

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

RSLogix

Sort Director

GSMi

IPoint

Flex Sort

MS Office

Job description

Cencora is seeking a maintenance technician to support its distribution operations in Olive Branch, MS. The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems within materials handling equipment and automated picking systems.

You will perform preventive maintenance, upgrades, and system tests, read CAD and IPB diagrams, and maintain CMMS/EAM records. A strong electrical background and 1–2 years of related experience are preferred.