Electrical and Controls Technician

RFC LLC - dba Roll Forming Corporation • Shelbyville, KY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Roll Forming Corporation is seeking a hands-on Electrical and Controls Technician to join its Corporate Engineering team at the Jeffersonville, Indiana plant. The technician installs, maintains, programs, and troubleshoots electrical controls and automation systems that support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations. The role works on the production floor with PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, motors, servos, robotics, and related technologies, in collaboration with engineering, maintenance, and production teams.

After successful completion of training, the schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with overtime as needed. The position is onsite. Travel is generally not required, although occasional travel for training or projects may be necessary, up to 10%.

The work takes place in a manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to moving mechanical equipment, fumes or airborne particles, and elevated noise levels. Physical demands include regular standing and hand use; frequent walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; occasional climbing or balancing; and lifting up to 10 pounds regularly, 25 pounds frequently, and 50 pounds occasionally. Due to export-control requirements, candidates must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR regulations, including a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by applicable law.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or a related field.
• Experience as a controls technician or in a similar manufacturing role.
• Hands-on PLC programming experience, particularly with Allen-Bradley or Siemens platforms.
• Experience with robotics, automation, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Working knowledge of industrial network protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and EtherCAT.
• Knowledge of motor-control drives and motion systems, including PowerFlex, Kinetix, or Indramat.
• Understanding of electrical safety devices, redundant wiring, test pulses, and lockable switches.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, with the ability to learn new software tools.
• Must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR regulations, including a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by applicable law.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Beckhoff PLCs, Indramat systems, Motoman robotics, or Ignition MES software.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, program, and maintain control systems, including PLCs, HMI software, motors, servos, robots, and related automation equipment.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and control-system issues to minimize production downtime.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections on control equipment.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and production teams to implement solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and reliability.
• Document system modifications, maintenance work, and standard operating procedures.
• Train employees on control-system operation and best practices.
• Support the development of project specifications and timelines.
• Maintain compliance with applicable safety requirements and industry standards.

Benefits

• Several benefit plans, including multiple health insurance options, vision, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability coverage, health-saving accounts, or flexible spending account.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) with up to 6% company match.
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus.
• Apprenticeship programs and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Leadership training opportunities.
• TogetherWeCare philanthropic volunteer program, allowing employees to support their community on company time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree