Maintenance Controls Technician - Hourly

Flex-N-Gate; Shelby Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with公司匹

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate is a leading automotive components manufacturer seeking a Controls Technician in Shelby Township, MI to handle installation, calibration and maintenance of automated industrial equipment. The role keeps production lines running smoothly and requires quick, effective problem solving.

You will troubleshoot hardware and software, support start-ups, and ensure compliance with EMS and QMS standards, while communicating clearly and handling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 2-year degree or technical certificate program.
• 3 to 5 years manufacturing experience with equipment programming, installation and maintenance.
• Strong analytical capabilities and problem-solving skills.
• 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 instruments.
• Supports start-up activities and ensures smooth ramp-ups.
• Create and maintain automation processes.
• Over-see testing procedures and write reports, ensuring EMS and QMS compliance.

Skills

Problem Solving

Technical capacity

Analytical

Excellent dexterity

Communication skills

Education

2-year technical degree

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)

Electrical troubleshooting

Job description

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
• Excellent dexterity
• 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.

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.