Industrial Electromechanical Technician - Food/Packaging

CyberCoders; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Edison, NJ is seeking a Controls Technician with experience in automation controls. The role involves maintaining and troubleshooting automation systems, collaborating with engineering staff, and ensuring operational efficiency. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least two years of relevant experience. Full benefits are offered, including medical, dental, and 401k matching.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401k with Matching

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in automation controls in an industrial operation.
• Food manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain automation systems including PLC's, HMI's, inverters, servos, and robotics.
• Troubleshoot controls issues and assist maintenance.
• Make changes to controls programs as needed.

Skills

Automation Controls

Electrical Troubleshooting

Ethernet Networking

Office Software

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Allen Bradley Systems

PLC Platforms

Panelview HMI's

PowerFlex Inverters

Kinetix Servo Amplifiers

Job description

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Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

Title: Controls Technician - Food/Packaging

Location: Edison, New Jersey - ON SITE

Salary: $85,000-$100,000 + Quarterly and Yearly Bonus

Working Hours: Monday - Friday 2PM-10PM

What You Will Be Doing

• Maintain automation systems including PLC's, HMI's, inverters, servos, robotics,
• network components, and computers.
• Troubleshooting of all controls issues as well as assisting maintenance in
• troubleshooting other issues using PLC's.
• Make changes to controls programs as needed to improve the system or to fix issues.
• Assist in the startup of new equipment, including IP addressing, acquiring all
• programs, and verifying the ability to connect and manage the new equipment.
• Maintain backups and change logs for all backups.
• Report any changes made to the program review group.
• Facilitate training mechanics to handle basic electrical troubleshooting and
• component replacements.
• Support engineering staff as needed with department management.
• Assist in any breakdowns and floor calls as needed.
• Must be on call off hours for trouble shooting from remote and on-site as necessary.
• Coverage for the assistant engineer and/or chief engineer in their absence.
  
  

What You Need For This Position

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in automation controls in an industrial operation.
• Food manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be fluent with Allen Bradley systems including SLC and Logix PLC platforms,
• Panelview HMI's, PowerFlex inverters, Kinetix servo amplifiers, etc.
• Ability to read and update electrical schematics.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems as well as wire in new components.
• An understanding of Ethernet networking is required.
• PC setup and trouble shooting abilities are needed.
• Must be very confident with office software, especially spreadsheets.
• Understanding of the mechanical systems is crucial to success in this role.
  
  

Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD/STD, 401k w/ matching) and more!

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Kelly Taylor - Executive Recruiter

For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa.

This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/07/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please contact a member of our Human Resources team to make arrangements.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

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