Sr. Controls Technician

Mars Incorporated; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental - Starts day

Up to 6% 401K match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long Term disability

Parental leave

Job summary

Mars Wrigley Albany seeks a Sr Controls Technician to own PCIS systems in production areas and drive maintenance and project initiatives. You will lead small controls projects, troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and drive training for the Controls team.

Ideal candidates bring extensive Rockwell/Siemens experience, strong network knowledge, and a track record of improving system performance while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent experience in electrical/electronic/controls/automation.
• 5–10 years in instrumentation, electricals, factory controls and IT with troubleshooting experience.
• 5–10 years in a controls function within manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead small-scale controls projects: scoping, design, implementation and documentation.
• Identify automation improvements to boost system performance.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance and company policy adherence in controls work.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance and production for upgrades/modifications.
• Mentor Controls Technicians and provide hands-on training to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Develop and deliver training and documentation to improve troubleshooting capabilities.

Skills

Electrical/Controls expertise

PLC troubleshooting

HMI/SCADA know-how

Team leadership

Education

2-year Technical Degree/Certificate

4-year Technical Degree

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Siemens Step 7

FactoryTalk

Wonderware

Thin-client tech

Job description

Job Description

Company: Mars Wrigley- Albany, GA

Title: Sr Controls Technician

Required Shift

8 Hour Day Shift

Mon-Fri, 7:00am-3:30pm

Job Purpose

The Sr. Controls Technician is the PCIS systems owner for the production areas and responsible for eliminating maintenance and breakdown related losses and assisting with project development and new installations. The Sr. Controls Technician is responsible for building capability within the PCIS team. Also including the following:

• Active participation and leadership in project development for future expansion
• Actively lead and complete small controls projects
• Spokesperson for the maintenance group during all discussions.
• Technical expert in the assigned area, including electrical and controls systems, and a thorough understanding of the process.
• Coach and train Controls Technicians leading a team which supports the site in consistently meeting or exceeding safety, quality, environmental, regulatory, financial, and product supply goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2-year Technical Degree/Certificate(Electrical/Electronic/Controls/Automation)or equivalent experience
• 5 - 10 years Instrumentation & Electrical, Electronics, and Factory Controls & IT experience, including production system troubleshooting and problem resolution
• 5 - 10 years experience in a controls function, working in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 4-year Technical Degree(Electrical/Electronic/Controls/Automation)
• 10+ years Instrumentation & Electrical, Electronics, or Factory Controls & IT experience, including production system troubleshooting and problem resolution
• Server Administration, Virtual Infrastructure Administration, & Database Administration knowledge

Key Responsibilities

• Lead small-scale controls projects, including scoping, design, implementation, and documentation.
• Identify opportunities for automation improvements and implement solutions to enhance system performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies in all controls-related work.
• Work collaboratively with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to support equipment upgrades and modifications.
• Serve as a mentor and technical resource for Controls Technicians, providing training and guidance to enhance team capabilities.
• Develop and deliver hands-on training sessions and documentation to improve troubleshooting skills and system knowledge.
• Assist with onboarding and development of new Controls Technicians to accelerate their technical growth.
• Serve as the primary technical expert for automation and controls within the assigned area.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, industrial networks, and other automation components.
• Represent maintenance team in the daily FMOS meetings. Provides performance data for selected machines and communicates action plans and completed work effectively

Key Functional Competencies & Technical Skills

• Demonstrate the ability to analyze and test applications for Factory Control systems
• Advanced experience with Rockwell 5000 and Siemens Step 7 Controls Systems environments including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, Factory Talk, Step 7, and thin-client technologies
• Ability to work well with user departments to provide operational support in the use of HMI terminals, including thin client, along with software applications on Control Systems
• Basic knowledge of databases such as Wonderware automation software
• Excellent understanding of networks including, but not limited to, Ethernet, Profibus, and ProfiNet
• Ability to troubleshoot programs residing in Siemens, and/or Rockwell Automation PLC Control Systems in the plant

• Must have a good understanding of interfacing with PLC's, scales, display devices, and other Instrumentation & Electrical related devices
• In-depth knowledge of installation, programming, and troubleshooting of VFDs, Servo Drives, and sensors.
• Demonstrated experience in leading change and situational leadership.
• Clear ability to relate to and motivate people and effectively train.
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.

What do we Manufacture?

• Your favorite GUM brands including Orbit, 5 Gum, Eclipse, Extra, ect.
• *Additional compensation and total rewards details below

What will be the Interview Process?

• Application> resume review > recruiter phone screen > Situational Judgement Assessment (online) > onsite panel interview> Interview team decision

Compensation

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Annual variable bonus pay out
• Annual merit increases

Total Rewards

• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!
• Up to 6% 401K match
• Vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• 18 weeks parental leave

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
• An industry-competitive salary and benefits package
• To be respected and valued
• The Five Principles are at the center of every decision we make.
• The opportunity to work cross-functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.