Control Technician

Current Lighting Employee Co • Christiansburg, VA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Technician supports manufacturing operations by setting up, modifying, relocating, and improving production lines, equipment, workstations, and material flow systems. The role works with production, engineering, maintenance, and leadership teams on plant layout changes, new assembly-area launches, and improvement projects that support safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost. The position calls for broad technical and fabrication skills, problem-solving ability, and manufacturing experience, with a focus on turning improvement plans and layout concepts into safe, functional, sustainable shop-floor solutions.

The position requires regular presence in both an office/engineering setting and on the manufacturing floor. The technician works directly with production teams and supports hands-on problem solving in an environment that may include machinery, tooling, moving equipment, and required personal protective equipment. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching, working at heights or in confined spaces when required, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds. The hourly rate is $32.00. The compensation package may also include a bonus if eligible, benefits, a 401(k) contribution, time off, and recognition awards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing, production support, equipment installation, fabrication, maintenance, construction, or a related technical field.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems, basic electrical systems, pneumatic systems, industrial equipment, and general fabrication practices.
• Ability to read and follow layouts, technical drawings, schematics, manuals, sketches, measurements, and work instructions.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, measuring equipment, and material-handling equipment.
• Strong communication, teamwork, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and support projects throughout different areas of the facility.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, reach, and work in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely work at various heights and in confined spaces when required.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Comfort working in an environment that may include machinery, tooling, moving equipment, and required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree, certification, apprenticeship, or equivalent industrial experience.
• Experience setting up, modifying, relocating, or removing manufacturing equipment, assembly lines, or workstations.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, kaizen, visual management, and material flow concepts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and computerized production or maintenance systems.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and set up production lines, assembly areas, workstations, fixtures, racks, carts, and material presentation systems.
• Support the launch and installation of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production areas.
• Relocate production lines, equipment, workstations, utilities, and material storage locations as part of plant layout changes.
• Disassemble and remove lines, equipment, workstations, and supporting structures being relocated, replaced, or taken out of service.
• Assist with plant layout modifications to improve safety, material flow, space utilization, ergonomics, and production efficiency.
• Perform hands-on continuous improvement work, including fabrication, assembly, mounting, guarding, labeling, and workplace organization.
• Use layouts, drawings, sketches, measurements, and project plans to complete line moves and improvement work accurately.
• Coordinate with production, engineering, maintenance, material handling, and safety personnel during installations, moves, and projects.
• Identify practical improvements to equipment placement, operator movement, point-of-use storage, material flow, and workstation design.
• Support kaizen events, 5S activities, visual management improvements, waste reduction projects, and facility organization efforts.
• Use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, lifting equipment, and other shop equipment safely and effectively.
• Provide mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and general technical support during equipment and production-line setup when qualified and authorized.
• Assist with testing, adjustment, startup, and turnover of newly installed or relocated production lines and equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed work, equipment changes, layout updates, and project status.
• Promote and support safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Work around active production equipment and support projects during planned line moves or production changes.

Benefits

• Paid company holidays.
• Comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement program with a fully vested immediate company match.
• Flexible Spending Account options for pre-tax employee allocations.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning courses.
• Management and leadership development initiatives.
• Regular manager check-ins to support performance and career growth.
• Recognition awards and time off are mentioned as components of the compensation package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED