Manufacturing Controls Technician

Summary

A Manufacturing 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.

 

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

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