Senior Controls Technician

We are seeking a Controls Technician to join a metal manufacturer in Grafton area for a direct hire. 

Pay: $87,000 - 92,000

Description:

• Act as the first line of production support and troubleshooting from automation and continuous improvement endeavors in a 24/7 environment.
• Provide complete end-to-end support of control systems.
• Review and troubleshoot PLC programs.
• Become a domain expert of systems in areas of responsibility.
• Work as part of Project Teams.
• Control System Hardware configuration and support.
• Acquire knowledge of existing systems and remain current with system upgrades.
• Identify opportunities to elevate safety, reduce cost, increase efficiency, and improve quality.
• Provide leadership when troubleshooting complex systems and sub-systems to Maintenance and Production employees.
• Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.
• Ability to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.

WHAT WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE FROM YOU

• Associate's Degree in Technical Field or combination of education and experience.
• Three plus years’ relevant experience in maintenance or production.
• Knowledge of PLC programming and communication protocols.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting and installing control system hardware.
• A strong safety mindset.
• Ability to create, interpret, and update wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Ability to work well with team members and clearly communicate.
• Willingness to work in a heavy industrial environment.
• Motor drive (VFD) troubleshooting and configuration.
• Working knowledge of site-specific communication networks. (i.e. Profinet, Profibus, or Controlnet).