Controls Technician (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

Mitsubishi Chemical America; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 49,593 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Benefits on Day 1

401K

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Uniforms Provided

Boots Reimbursement

Job summary

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. in Scranton, PA is seeking a skilled Controls Technician to maintain electrical, automation, and control systems in a 24/7 manufacturing setting. You will install, troubleshoot, and program PLCs, HMIs, and machine controls while partnering with maintenance, operations, and MES teams.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens or Ignition, and a proactive mindset for continuous improvement and safe operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience troubleshooting and programming PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and machine controls.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Ignition, Wonderware, WinCC, or SQL databases.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot electrical and controls systems for manufacturing equipment.
• Verify proper operation of control systems, electrical wiring, safety circuits, and machine interlocks.
• Diagnose and resolve PLC/HMI issues to minimize downtime.
• Modify, download, and maintain PLC and HMI programs while documenting changes.
• Update controller firmware and maintain version control of PLC/HMI software.
• Create, update, and maintain electrical schematics, control drawings, and system documentation.
• Provide technical support for PLCs, HMIs, machine controls, MES, and related automation systems in a 24/7 environment.
• Analyze historical process data to support troubleshooting and improvements.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Industrial automation

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Ignition

Wonderware

WinCC

SQL databases

Job description

Company

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc.

Job Description

Controls Technician

Location: Scranton, PA
Pay: $36.00-$40.00

We are seeking a skilled Controls Technician to support and maintain the electrical, automation, and control systems that keep our manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently. In this role, you will install, troubleshoot, program, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, machine controls, and industrial networks while partnering with maintenance, operations, engineering, and MES teams. The ideal candidate has strong experience with industrial automation, electrical systems, and manufacturing environments, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot electrical and controls systems for manufacturing equipment.
• Verify proper operation of control systems, electrical wiring, safety circuits, and machine interlocks.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, PLC, HMI, and machine control issues to minimize downtime.
• Modify, download, and maintain PLC and HMI programs while verifying functionality and documenting all changes.
• Update controller firmware and maintain version control of PLC and HMI software.
• Create, update, and maintain electrical schematics, control drawings, and system documentation.
• Provide technical support for PLCs, HMIs, machine controls, MES, and related automation systems in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Analyze historical process data using Ignition and other automation tools to support troubleshooting and process improvements.
• Partner with the MES team to:
• Maintain version control for PLC/HMI programs and electrical drawings.
• Identify automation, controls, and machine safety improvement opportunities.
• Maintain inventory levels for critical controls and electrical spare parts.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to resolve equipment issues and implement system improvements.
• Perform preventive and routine maintenance on electrical and automation equipment.
• Troubleshoot industrial communication networks, including Ethernet/IP and other control networks.
• Configure and support network equipment, including ports, VLANs, and NAT, while coordinating with IT on network-related issues.
• Support and maintain maintenance laptops and programming equipment.
• Follow all company safety procedures, electrical standards, and risk assessment processes.
• Perform other electrical, controls, and automation-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience troubleshooting and programming PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and machine controls.
• Experience with one or more of the following: Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Ignition, Wonderware, WinCC, or SQL databases.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experience troubleshooting automation and electrical systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred

• Technical degree, certificate, or vocational training in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Knowledge of industrial networking and machine safety systems.

Pay Transparency

The salary range for this position is $36.00-$40.00. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Competitive Benefits and Healthy Rewards Program
• Benefits begin on DAY 1!
• Participation in the company 401K Program
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Robust on the job training
• Uniforms and Tools provided
• Annual Reimbursements for Boots and Safety Glasses

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Inc. will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information

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