Controls Technician III - Custom Equipment Group

Marvin; West Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

As a Controls Technician III at Marvin, you will support advanced manufacturing automation technologies, collaborating across teams to enhance operational efficiency. Your role includes programming PLCs, maintaining controls, and training new technicians. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and a culture that feels like home.

Benefits

$300 annual wellbeing account

Flexible paid time off

Annual profit sharing

Volunteer opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience programming PLCs.
• Proficient in ladder logic, function block, and object-oriented languages.
• Project management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement PLC programming.
• Lead assembly of electrical control panels.
• Provide customer support for manufacturing equipment.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical controls expertise

Technical problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Field-related 2-year degree

Job description

Job Overview

As a Controls Technician III, you will be working as a member of the CEG Controls Team to provide electrical controls and programming support for manufacturing operations throughout the Marvin family of brands. You will find yourself working closely with manufacturing, maintenance, engineering, and facility personnel to design, implement and support advanced manufacturing automation technologies.

Highlights of your role

• Design and implement PLC programming to develop the sequence of operation for manufacturing equipment.
• Provide technical expertise of electrical controls and programming related technologies
• Maintain controls component installation base list, and develop a plan to mitigate risk of outdated or obsolete components
• Lead and plan the assembly of electrical controls panels according to electrical schematics, control diagrams, and applicable standards
• Deliver project assignments on-time
• Successfully lead projects through completion, either independently or within a team
• Provide excellent customer service to support manufacturing equipment and assist with training
• Apply proven communication skills, problem-solving skills, and knowledge of best practices to support controls team
• Lead design and maintenance of PLC programming and control system guidelines
• Train and mentor new technicians to follow best practices consistent within the organization

You're a good fit if you have (or if you can)

• Field-related 2-year degree required
• 5+ years’ experience programming PLCs and supporting manufacturing control systems
• Proficient at programming in ladder logic, function block and object-oriented languages
• Project management experience or training preferred
• Willingness and ability to remain current on changes in the industry through continuing educational activities

We invite you to See Yourself at Marvin

From people to products, Marvin is committed to creating better ways of living. When you join this family-owned and -led window and door company, you belong to a community full of opportunities.You also belong to one of America's Top 20 Large Employers of 2024, according to an exclusive ranking by Forbes Magazine.For more than 100 years, we've been designing, building, and engineering premier products. Today, in our 16 locations across North America, we manufacture Marvin's portfolio of products, which includes Infinity Replacement Windows, TruStile Doors, and Marvin Coastline brands.Together, we live our values and enjoy a culture that feels like home. Our better living approach to benefits supports you at work and beyond. From day one, you receive health insurance, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a 401(k) retirement savings match and more! A few unique offerings include:- $300 annual wellbeing account to spend on whatever makes you happy + healthy- Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)- $$ Annual profit sharing - get rewarded for the role everyone plays in making Marvin a success- Giving at Marvin - join coordinated volunteer opportunities- Brighter Days Fund - financial support thanks to your colleagues and the Marvin family should you suffer a personal hardshipWhen you belong to the Marvin team, it's all part of the package. Apply today!

Marvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities of the employee. Accommodation may be made to enable an individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any employment offer depends on completing a background check and drug screen to company standards.