Controls Technician in Portland

Energy Jobline ZR; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 47,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

PTO

Job summary

Integrity Trade Services is seeking a skilled Controls Technician for our automotive manufacturing client in Portland, MI. This direct-hire opportunity offers a 2nd shift (2:30pm–11:00pm) and comprehensive benefits upon hire.

You will modify electrical systems, maintain electrical prints, program PLCs and HMIs, diagnose controls issues, and support continuous-improvement projects. Ideal candidates have an AS in Controls Engineering and 3–5 years of controls experience.

Qualifications

• AS degree in controls engineering or closely related technical field.
• 3–5 years of controls-related experience in manufacturing.
• Strong working knowledge of PCs, PLCs, CNC controls, and automation technologies.
• Experience with CAD and electrical-drawing systems.

Responsibilities

• Make electrical-system modifications to equipment to improve safety and efficiency.
• Maintain electrical schematics, prints, and PLC/processor files.
• Program, revise, and support PLCs, HMIs, robots, and automation equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical/controls issues and support maintenance.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams on improvements.
• Follow safety policies and state code requirements.

Skills

Electrical safety

PLC concepts

HMI programming

CAD drawings

Documentation

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Associate of Science in Controls Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Electrical drawing systems

PLC programming tools

CNC controls

Job description

Job Description

Controls Technician - $41.72/hr!

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

• 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

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
• Three to five years of controls-related experience
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of pneumatic, hydraulic, and motion-control systems
• Strong understanding of PCs, PLCs, CNC controls, and related automation technologies
• Experience using CAD software and electrical-drawing systems
• 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

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO