Automation and Controls Tech - 3rd shift

Carters Inc.

105d

About The Position

Serving the needs of all families with young children, Carter’s Inc. is the largest North American apparel retailer exclusively for babies and young children, encompassing Carter’s, OshKosh B’gosh, Skip*Hop and Little Planet brands. Meaningful work, constant learning, genuine people, and a community guided by core values that promote inclusion and innovation is in everything we do. There are many reasons to build your career at Carter's. The Automation and Controls Technician supports the operational performance of automated material handling and process systems by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing control systems, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and related electrical components. This position works closely with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure systems run reliably, safely, and efficiently. The position is a full-time, onsite position based at our Braselton Distribution Center.

Requirements

• 1.5 + years of experience in industrial automation or control systems.
• Working knowledge of Rockwell Automation (ControlLogix/CompactLogix), Siemens TIA Portal, or similar PLC platforms.
• Hands-on experience with industrial electrical systems (480V, control circuits, motor starters).
• Familiarity with Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, Modbus, and industrial networking.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of warehouse management systems such as Oracle or SAP.
• Understanding of TCP/IP networking, Linux/Windows server environments, and HMI/SCADA platforms.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems (PLCs, HMIs, SCADA) preferred, or a strong interest and ability to learn.
• Demonstrate excellence in programming, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of controls components and systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on PLCs, control panels, VFDs, sensors, and industrial networks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system faults involving Rockwell (Allen-Bradley) and Siemens PLCs, SCADA systems (e.g., Ignition), and HMI interfaces.
• Support the installation, testing, and commissioning of new equipment and system upgrades.
• Modify PLC logic and HMI screens to improve system functionality or respond to process changes.
• Maintain documentation including electrical schematics, panel layouts, and network diagrams.
• Respond to equipment failures promptly to minimize downtime.
• Assist in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety and lockout/tagout (LOTO) protocols.

Benefits

• Career Development: Success starts from within, and we have several paths from which you can choose to enhance your career evolution.
• Training and development programs to help build skills.
• Inclusive work environments for everyone.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees