PLC & Controls Technician: Process Improvements & Cost Savings

Rheinmetal; Saint Marys (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rheinmetall is seeking a PLCs and controls professional to support day-to-day issue resolution and design improvements in a manufacturing environment.

You will work with production and engineering to keep projects on track, develop proactive solutions, and help manage documentation and data. The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, CAD tooling familiarity, and participation in cost-reduction initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in industrial PLC & controls or related discipline, or equivalent mix of education/experience.
• Experience with PLCs and controls hardware/software is essential.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with production and engineering to meet goals and schedules.
• Develop timelines and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.
• Assist craftsmen with troubleshooting and resolving machine issues.
• Create solutions to recurring problems and implement improvements.
• Report project status to management on a regular basis.
• Research and procure required outside materials when needed.
• Support process improvements and data management activities.

Skills

PLCs & Controls

Cross-functional teamwork

Troubleshooting

Education

AS in Industrial PLC & Controls

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

American Rheinmetall is seeking a PLCs and controls professional to support day-to-day issue resolution and design improvements in a manufacturing environment.

You will work with production and engineering to keep projects on track, develop proactive solutions, and help manage documentation and data. The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, CAD tooling familiarity, and participation in cost-reduction initiatives.