Controls Technician - Weekend Shift - $5,000 Sign On Bonus!

Dev; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 Sign On Bonus

Job summary

A food production company in Eden Prairie is seeking a skilled Controls Technician for their weekend shift. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical troubleshooting, automation processes, and possess strong communication skills. Responsibilities include programming and maintaining machinery, ensuring workplace safety, and providing training to team members. The position comes with a $5,000 sign-on bonus and requires a proactive approach to maintain operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Proficient at Microsoft Word, Google Drive, and Outlook.
• Highly skilled in electrical troubleshooting and logic processes.
• Previous food experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform programming of VFDs, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe workspace.
• Provide training to line technicians on automation equipment.

Skills

Good communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Time management

Electrical troubleshooting

Automation process understanding

Education

Controls/Automation degree

5 years Maintenance Technician experience

Tools

RSLogix

Factory Talk ME

Job description

Controls Technician - Weekend Shift - $5,000 Sign On Bonus!

• Full-time

Jobs for Humanity is partnering with E. A. Sween Company to build an inclusive and just employment ecosystem. Therefore, we prioritize individuals coming from the following communities: Refugee, Neurodivergent, Single Parent, Blind or Low Vision, Deaf or Hard of Hearing, Black, Hispanic, Asian, Military Veterans, the Elderly, the LGBTQ, and Justice Impacted individuals. This position is open to candidates who reside in and have the legal right to work in the country where the job is located.

Company Name: E. A. Sween Company

Description

Safety

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) for the various areas of the plant, including bringing equipment, tools, etc.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe and organized workspace.
• Demonstrate safe work habits by following all safety rules and general plant rules.
• Wear Personal Protection Equipment: cut‑resistant gloves, hard hats while in production, or safety glasses and specific protective equipment for the task being done.
• Successfully complete the mandatory E.A. Sween Safety quarterly safety training.

Automation and Controls Responsibilities

• Display an advanced ability to manage time and perform self‑directed work.
• Build documentation for in‑house designs and/or training purposes.
• Perform all programming of VFDs, PLCs and HMIs.
• Provide training and assistance to line technicians on all automation equipment, control circuit troubleshooting.
• Provide back‑up support for all line technicians, including die changes and change overs as necessary.
• Act with outside vendors to improve current processes or find future process improvements.
• Display a basic understanding and aptitude of mechanical processes and procedures while troubleshooting equipment.
• Use basic hand tools on the floor.
• Identify mechanical issues and remedy them.
• Perform mechanical repairs efficiently and effectively.
• Display an advanced understanding and aptitude of electrical processes and procedures while troubleshooting equipment.
• Use a meter to perform high‑level troubleshooting to component level.
• Replace/program electrical components and complete complex wiring.
• Advanced electrical abilities.
• Display basic ability to use shop equipment.
• Mill
• Lathe
• Drill press
• Band saws
• Hydraulic presses.
• Help build PM procedures for all automation equipment and build spare parts inventory for all automation equipment.
• Follow all aspects of the Maintenance Planning Process.
• Use and validate PM job plans.
• Use Asset Essentials to create a work order.
• Follow all aspects of the Parts Process.
• Understand storeroom layout.
• Parts checkout process and expectations.
• Use Asset Essentials (parts lookup, etc.).
• Use Redzone to communicate with fellow coworkers and cross‑functional teams.
• Maintain good attendance, GMP and safety records.

Quality

• Have an understanding of SQF Level 3 (Food Safety & Quality).
• Have an understanding of regulatory & customer requirements.
• Have an understanding of HACCP plans.
• Understand your responsibility in protecting the safety and quality of the food through proper GMPs.
• Report any questionable product to QA, supervisor or QC.

Teamwork

• Assist in providing a friendly, positive work environment. Show respect for all other coworkers.
• Accept work instructions and complete requests from coworkers.
• Provide input and feedback on department updates, status, changes, etc.
• Provide training for line technicians as needed.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
• Understand and follow general principles and goals of EAS Continuous Improvement/LEAN program.
• Lead internal projects designed at reducing manual labor processes.
• Take a lead role in new equipment design/install project.
• Be willing to participate in any company mandated or recommended training to grow skills within the scope of the role.

Automation/Controls Technician: Demonstrate the mastery of the following standard work processes

• Repair and maintain equipment using industry standards and collaborate with other departments as needed.
• Work with other departments to ensure repairs are completed on a timely basis.
• Completely & correctly complete all required documents for production and the department.
• PMs
• Other documentation as required.

Required Qualifications

• Have good communication skills.
• Be proficient at Microsoft Word, Google Drive and Outlook.
• Ability to manage time and workload efficiently and independently.
• Highly proficient at electrical troubleshooting and logic processes.
• High level understanding of automation processes and design.
• Maintenance activities are conducted in a food‑safety certified environment so previous food experience is strongly preferred.
• Have strong knowledge of automation software (RSLogix, CCW, Factory Talk ME and others).
• Five years previous Maintenance Technician experience, two years Controls/Automation Technician experience or completed Controls/Automation degree and industrial maintenance experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• >20% of shift spent in refrigerated production rooms under 50°F.
• Ability to respond to off‑hour calls for support over the phone.
• Some overtime is expected in the role.