Controls Technician: PLCs, Vision & Robotics Specialist

Magna International Limited; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting in Holland, MI, seeks a manufacturing/automation specialist to provide technical support across manufacturing, engineering, and setup activities. The role emphasizes improving OEE, troubleshooting PLCs, vision systems, robotics, and servo motors while developing standard work and training colleagues.

This position requires strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills to drive robust processes and maintain quality across Magna’s

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Manufacturing/Electrical Engineering Technology or 3+ years troubleshooting PLCs, Vision, Robotics, Servo systems.
• Experience with major manufacturers (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc, Denso, Cognex, Keyence, GVI, Yaskawa, Bekhoff, Wago) preferred.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and document procedures.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and support other staff on controls and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support across manufacturing, set-up, and engineering.
• Participate in continuous improvement to improve OEE metrics.
• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC, Vision, Robotics, and Servo systems.
• Conduct process verification and maintain work standards for tools and equipment.
• Develop and document work instructions and quality procedures.
• Train staff and provide direction; assist with root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Communicate with process engineering to ensure robust processes and solutions.
• Support ISO/IATF compliance and quality policies.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Project management

Teamwork

Strong communication

Education

B.S. in Manufacturing/Electrical Eng Tech

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Fanuc

Denso

Cognex

Keyence

GVI

Yaskawa

Bekhoff

Wago

Job description

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting in Holland, MI, seeks a manufacturing/automation specialist to provide technical support across manufacturing, engineering, and setup activities. The role emphasizes improving OEE, troubleshooting PLCs, vision systems, robotics, and servo motors while developing standard work and training colleagues.

This position requires strong communication, problem-solving, and project management skills to drive robust processes and maintain quality across Magna’s