Controls Technician - PLC/Automation Expert (Shift)

Mars; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 61,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift premium

Benefits starting day one

Job summary

Mars Incorporated in Columbus, OH seeks a Shift Controls Technician to maintain and diagnose electrical and motor control systems on the production floor, with PLC logic oversight. The role is primarily office-based, visiting the floor as needed, and includes a $1.50/hour shift premium and a $5K sign-on bonus.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in electrical/automation, strong PLC/HMI knowledge, and the ability to read electrical schematics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent education.
• 3+ years' experience in electrical systems, controls and/or automation.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and motor control systems
• Able to accurately read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, basic repairs and troubleshooting on electrical and controls equipment.
• Support the installation and setup of new control systems and automation equipment.
• Identify and resolve faults in control systems; suggest continuous improvements.
• Maintain inventory of tools, parts and supplies for control system maintenance.
• Follow safety procedures when servicing electrical equipment.

Skills

PLCs

HMIs

Motor control

Electrical systems

Schematic reading

Education

Associate's/Bachelor's in technical field

Technical certifications

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SCADA

Electrical schematics software

Job description

Mars Incorporated in Columbus, OH seeks a Shift Controls Technician to maintain and diagnose electrical and motor control systems on the production floor, with PLC logic oversight. The role is primarily office-based, visiting the floor as needed, and includes a $1.50/hour shift premium and a $5K sign-on bonus.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in electrical/automation, strong PLC/HMI knowledge, and the ability to read electrical schematics.