Electro Mechanical Technician - 2nd Shift 10/06/2026

Clopay Corporation; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Clopay Corporation in Mountaintop, PA, is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Technician for the 2nd shift (3:00 pm–11:00 pm). You will work on multi-craft automation, troubleshoot PLCs, HMI, and CNC controllers, and build and wire control panels for in-house equipment.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, documentation updates, and teamwork to keep lines running safely, with opportunities to advance in a Griffon-backed, American-made manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Controls and Automation or equivalent manufacturing automation experience.
• 7–10 years experience in Automation and Controls in a manufacturing environment.
• Crane and Forklift licenses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take an active role in trainings and developing skills in controls and automation.
• Participate in software and schematic updates to ensure documentation of Cornell equipment.
• Assist shift during breakdowns when unable to resolve by current staff.
• Work in Preventive Maintenance areas, Projects, and machine breakdowns as required.
• Follow LOTO rules and maintain safe working conditions.
• Test all repaired control devices before putting in storage and ensure proper tagging.
• Complete work orders in the Maintenance “work order/ PM” system.
• Demonstrate teamwork and a ‘Ship, Shipmate, Self’ mindset to support the team.

Skills

PLC/HMI/CNC troubleshooting

Control panel wiring

Quality inspection tools

Digital voltmeters / ammeters

Reading CAD drawings

Basic math & measurement

Teamwork & communication

PCs & MS Word

Education

Associates Degree in Controls and Automation

High School Diploma or GED with 7–10 years automation experience

Crane and Forklift licenses preferred

Job description

Open the Door to Your Future with Clopay Corporation & CornellCookson

At Clopay Corporation, we are more than just North America’s largest residential and commercial garage door manufacturer—we are a powerhouse of innovation, safety, and design. Through our premier brands, we lead the industry in providing groundbreaking high-performance closure solutions for both the places people call home and the spaces where the world does business.

Headquartered in Mason, Ohio, and operating state-of-the- art manufacturing facilities in Troy, Ohio, Mountaintop, Pennsylvania, and Goodyear, Arizona, we are a proud American-owned company and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Griffon Corporation. Our reach extends across 55+ distribution centers and thousands of retail locations in the U.S. and Canada, ensuring that we deliver the right door for every opening – from homes to businesses and beyond.

By joining our team, you become part of a legacy that blends the residential elegance of Clopay, known as "America’s Favorite Garage Doors," with the industrial strength and 180-year heritage of our rolling brands, Cornell and Cookson. Together, we secure everything from family garages to the world's most iconic stadiums and skyscrapers.

We currently have an opening for a Electro Mechanical Technician at our Mountaintop Facility.

This is a 2nd shift position, Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm

Purpose: This employee will be proficient in a multi-craft skillset. They will be able to do

things such as: Replace motor drives (one for one), connect to PLC and

troubleshoot ladder logic, full schematic reading capability, cross reference sensors,

control panel wiring, proficient with a multi-meter and deep dive troubleshooting,

and parameter adjustments. This employee will be required to work overtime as required.

Responsibilities/Principal Duties

• Take an active role in trainings and developing their skills in controls and automation as required.
• Participate in software and schematic updates to insure updated documentation of Cornell equipment.
• Help support the shift they are assigned to as well as others that has the breakdown where the current staff can’t resolve a downed piece of equipment.
• Be assigned work in the Preventive Maintenance areas, Projects, and machine breakdowns as required.
• Work in a safe guarded manor for their safety and the safety of all others. They will follow all LOTO rules of Clopay.
• Responsible to test all repaired control devices before putting in storage. They will need tagged to identify dates of repair and condition of device.
• Complete work assignments in the Maintenance “work order/ PM” system.
• Conduct themselves in a manner that supports a “Ship, Shipmate, Self” concept where team work is key to our success.

Job Requirements

• Ability to troubleshoot programs and modify/ edit existing programs for PLC’s, HMI’s, or CNC controllers.
• Capable of wiring and building control panels for newly developed machines built in house.
• Proficient in the use of quality inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, tape measure, etc.
• Proficient in using digital volt meters, amp meters
• Adept at reading and understanding CAD and product drawings.
• Ability to count and perform simple math operations to determine information such as weight, temperature, and quantity.
• Work harmoniously and effectively as part of a work team.
• Proficient with PCs and micro soft word.
• Close, distance, and peripheral vision.
• Depth perception.
• Ability to discern colors and adjust focus.

Education

• Associates Degree in Controls and Automation;
• or High School/GED with 7 - 10 years experience in Automation and Controls in a manufacturing environment
• Licenses/Certification: Crane and Fork trucks preferred

Why Choose a Career With Us?

We don't just manufacture doors; we engineer the "front door" of the American dream and the security of global commerce. At Clopay, we believe our strength lies in our people. From our design engineers to our manufacturing associates and delivery drivers, every member of the team plays a vital role in our success.

Our Team Members Thrive Because We Prioritize

• Unrivaled Scale: Work for a market leader with a massive manufacturing footprint and a reputation for excellence that spans nearly two centuries.
• A Culture of "What’s Next": We invest heavily in automation, sustainable materials, and smart-home integration to stay ahead of the curve.
• Commitment to People: As a Griffon Corporation company, we provide the stability of a large organization with the tight-knit, collaborative feel of a specialized craft team.
• A Legacy of Expertise: Join our "Pioneer Club"—a group of over 440 employees who have been with us for 20 years or more. We offer the stability of a market leader and a place where you can truly grow a lifelong career.
• Commitment to Innovation: We aren’t just keeping up with industry trends; we’re setting them. Whether it’s our exclusive WINDCODE® technology or our award-winning designs, we provide the tools for you to do your best work.
• Community Focused: Our success is linked to the well-being of our neighbors and communities. Through our partnership with Habitat for Humanity, Clopay employees help provide homes and security to families in the communities where we live and work.

Equal Opportunity Employer