Controls Technician (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials•Scranton, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Controls Technician to support and maintain the electrical, automation, and control systems that keep our manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently. In this role, you will install, troubleshoot, program, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, machine controls, and industrial networks while partnering with maintenance, operations, engineering, and MES teams. The ideal candidate has strong experience with industrial automation, electrical systems, and manufacturing environments, along with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Experience troubleshooting and programming PLCs, HMIs, and industrial control systems.
Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems and machine controls.
Experience with one or more of the following: Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Ignition, Wonderware, WinCC, or SQL databases.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
Experience troubleshooting automation and electrical systems in a manufacturing environment.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree, certificate, or vocational training in Electrical Technology, Industrial Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field.
Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
Knowledge of industrial networking and machine safety systems.

Responsibilities

Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot electrical and controls systems for manufacturing equipment.
Verify proper operation of control systems, electrical wiring, safety circuits, and machine interlocks.
Diagnose and resolve electrical, PLC, HMI, and machine control issues to minimize downtime.
Modify, download, and maintain PLC and HMI programs while verifying functionality and documenting all changes.
Update controller firmware and maintain version control of PLC and HMI software.
Create, update, and maintain electrical schematics, control drawings, and system documentation.
Provide technical support for PLCs, HMIs, machine controls, MES, and related automation systems in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
Analyze historical process data using Ignition and other automation tools to support troubleshooting and process improvements.
Partner with the MES team to: Maintain version control for PLC/HMI programs and electrical drawings. Identify automation, controls, and machine safety improvement opportunities.
Maintain inventory levels for critical controls and electrical spare parts.
Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to resolve equipment issues and implement system improvements.
Perform preventive and routine maintenance on electrical and automation equipment.
Troubleshoot industrial communication networks, including Ethernet/IP and other control networks.
Configure and support network equipment, including ports, VLANs, and NAT, while coordinating with IT on network-related issues.
Support and maintain maintenance laptops and programming equipment.
Follow all company safety procedures, electrical standards, and risk assessment processes.
Perform other electrical, controls, and automation-related duties as assigned.