Senior Control Technician - PLC & Automation

System One, Inc.; Lyndhurst (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

System One, Inc. seeks a Control Technician in Lyndhurst, NJ, for a contract-to-hire role. Training 8:00–4:30 Monday–Friday, then Thursday–Sunday 7:00–5:30 with an onsite work model.

Compensation ranges from $37.00 to $42.00 per hour, based on experience, with responsibilities spanning control system analysis, calibration, and equipment maintenance. The ideal candidate has strong electrical/automation experience, PLC expertise (Allen-Bradley preferred), and familiarity with P&IDs and ladder

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant maintenance and controls experience, or a minimum of 1 year of experience plus Technical School training.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing environments; pharmaceutical or food manufacturing preferred.
• Strong electrical and automation background.
• Experience with PLCs, preferably Allen-Bradley systems.
• Experience troubleshooting packaging equipment and automated production systems.
• Knowledge of industrial instrumentation, calibration, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic devices.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, and ladder logic diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and respond quickly to production issues with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of plant safety standards, preventive maintenance programs, and ISO 9000 requirements.
• Experience with CMMS software and smart instrumentation is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• College degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, document, test, and troubleshoot computer control systems based on user and system design specifications.
• Consult with users and operations personnel to determine hardware, software, and functional requirements for control systems.
• Document and test computer systems and programs related to machine operating systems.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and calibrate industrial instruments and control devices.
• Maintain and repair packaging and labeling equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled systems and automated production equipment.
• Manage the Calibration Program, including: Calibration scheduling.
• Execution of instrument calibrations
• Maintenance of Calibration Manager software
• Ensuring ISO 9000 compliance
• Perform preventive and scheduled maintenance on electrical and electronic systems.
• Respond to equipment failures and production issues quickly and effectively to minimize downtime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to automation, controls, and equipment reliability.
• Provide weekend and on-site troubleshooting support as needed.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to ensure efficient plant operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Independent work

Communication

Teamwork

Electrical/automation background

Education

College degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

CMMS software

Smart instrumentation

Job description

System One, Inc. seeks a Control Technician in Lyndhurst, NJ, for a contract-to-hire role. Training 8:00–4:30 Monday–Friday, then Thursday–Sunday 7:00–5:30 with an onsite work model.

Compensation ranges from $37.00 to $42.00 per hour, based on experience, with responsibilities spanning control system analysis, calibration, and equipment maintenance. The ideal candidate has strong electrical/automation experience, PLC expertise (Allen-Bradley preferred), and familiarity with P&IDs and ladder