Controls Technician - 1st Shift
About The Position
Quanex is looking for a Controls Technician - 1st Shift to join our team located in Rice Lake, WI. The schedule is Monday-Friday 6am-2:30pm, with overtime needs varying daily during the busy season. The hourly range for this position begins at $25/hr with the opportunity for pay increase on an annual basis. This role is in a fast-paced environment that helps the workday move quickly, involves lightweight production and assembly work, and offers a variety of job tasks. There are opportunities for training, cross-training, and career advancement, allowing you to learn multiple skills and advance. It is a safety-focused, family-oriented work environment.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of on-the-job experience in a related field or a 2-year technical degree
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
- Proficient in using maintenance tools and equipment.
Responsibilities
- Basic mechanical and fabrication skills with the ability to complete basic PMs
- Understands fluid power basics and can integrate them into machines
- Ability to troubleshoot effectively and uses correct measurement tools to identify problems
- Has basic knowledge of industrial controls and wiring practices
- Has understanding of PLC, HMI, and variable speed drive programming and installation
- Is meticulous in maintaining existing documentation and developing new documents as needed
- Can perform basic fabrication and maintenance with instruction
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Bonus Potential
- 401K with 5% company match
- 15% immediate return if you participate in the company’s ESPP
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
- Employer paid disability plans and life insurance
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Various Work Schedules
- Tuition support for degree and continuous education
- Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment
- On-site physical therapist available to employees on Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Annual safety-shoe allowance
- All other required PPE provided and readily available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
