Hands-On Automation Controls Technician

ENTEK Manufacturing LLC; Lebanon (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ENTEK Manufacturing LLC in Lebanon, Oregon is seeking a Controls Technician to bring advanced industrial equipment to life on the plant floor. You will startup, commission, troubleshoot, and optimize control systems, working with Controls and Electrical Engineers to support production operations.

This hands‑on role covers reviewing schematics, installing PLCs, calibrating instrumentation, diagnosing issues, and documenting testing procedures.

Qualifications

• AA/AS in Mechanical, Electrical, or related technical field.
• OR
• Minimum of two years of related experience and/or technical training.
• OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&ID diagrams.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Controls Engineers to review machine and equipment functions for new projects and installations.
• Review electrical schematics and assist with installation and startup of control systems.
• Install, calibrate, test, and troubleshoot electrical instrumentation, electronic controls, and related equipment.
• Diagnose wiring and electrical issues using diagnostic tools such as multimeters.
• Perform I/O checkouts and testing on newly installed equipment.
• Troubleshoot software, hardware, and network‑related control system issues.
• Install and maintain PLCs and associated communication software.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Siemens PLCs, I/O hardware, and drive systems including Siemens S120 and G120C drives.
• Develop or modify documentation related to testing, startup, and commissioning processes.
• Work with engineering and assembly teams to improve system performance and operational efficiency.
• Direct activities of outside contractors working on assigned equipment.
• Document project hours and technical work accurately.
• Provide occasional after‑hours technical support as needed.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean manufacturing, Kaizen events, and 5S practices.
• Maintain safe operations by following all company safety procedures and regulations.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related technical field

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Siemens S120 drive

Siemens G120C drive

Electrical schematics & P&ID reading

Diagnostic tools (multimeter)

Job description

ENTEK Manufacturing LLC in Lebanon, Oregon is seeking a Controls Technician to bring advanced industrial equipment to life on the plant floor. You will startup, commission, troubleshoot, and optimize control systems, working with Controls and Electrical Engineers to support production operations.

This hands‑on role covers reviewing schematics, installing PLCs, calibrating instrumentation, diagnosing issues, and documenting testing procedures.