Maintenance Controls Technician - Hourly

Flex--n--gate; Shelby Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Safety training & tuition assistance

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate Shelby in Shelby Township, Michigan, is seeking a Maintenance Controls Technician (Hourly) to install, calibrate and maintain automated industrial machinery. The role requires quick problem solving and strict safety compliance while supporting startup activities and process upgrades.

The incumbent will oversee automation processes, respond to issues 24/7, and ensure instruments and PLCs operate reliably. This position offers strong growth in a manufacturing environment in Michigan.

Qualifications

• 2-year degree or technical certificate required.
• 3 to 5 years manufacturing experience with strong technical knowledge.
• Analytical capabilities are essential.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills are required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Test, troubleshoot, and oversee implementation of new processes.
• Install retrofits to existing systems and troubleshoot hardware, software, and instrument problems.
• Support start-up activities and create/maintain automation processes.
• Oversee testing procedures, write reports, and ensure EMS/QMS compliance.
• Available for support calls 24/7.
• Install, diagnose and fix programmable logic controllers and other devices.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Technical capacity

Analytical

Accountability

Education

2-year degree or technical certificate

Job description

Maintenance Controls Technician - Hourly

Flex-N-Gate Shelby, 52674 Shelby Parkway, Shelby Township, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Department

Manufacturing or Process Engineering

Reports to

Controls Manager or Process Engineering Manager

Summary

A Controls Technician is responsible for the installation, calibration and maintenance of automated industrial machinery. A Controls Technician keeps things running smoothly as they check on and maintain machinery. Successful Controls Technicians are able to respond quickly to any problems that might arise.

Core Competencies

• Communication and People Skills


• Problem Solving


• Technical Capacity


• Analytical


• Accountability and Dependability

Job Duties

• Test, troubleshoot, and oversee implementation of new processes


• Install retrofits to existing systems and troubleshoot hardware, software, and instrument problems


• Supports start-up activities


• Create and maintain automation processes


• Over-see testing procedures, writing reports and making sure that the instruments you develop comply with quality standards and safety regulations.


• Available for support calls 24/7


• Install, diagnose and fix programmable logic controllers and other devices that operate automated equipment.


• The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005.


• The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual.

Requirements

• Completion of a 2-year degree or technical certificate program


• 3 to 5 years manufacturing experience and a strong technical knowledge in the programming, installation, configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment


• Superior analytical capabilities


• Problem-solving and decision-making


• Good written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to work with minimal supervision


• Ability to manage multiple projects

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account


• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match


• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement


• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?

“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”

“Lots of growth opportunity.”

“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”

Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

Flex-N-Gate Shelby, 52674 Shelby Parkway, Shelby Township, Michigan, United States of America