LifeMade - Technician, Controls

Human Resources•Erlanger, KY

145d

About The Position

The Controls Technician provides controls and electrical troubleshooting, installation, and implementation services for mechanical systems, electronic controls, and facility controls used in manufacturing equipment and processes. Approximately 75% of the role involves technical support for Operations and Maintenance in maintaining production equipment, auxiliary support equipment, process controls, and building systems. Approximately 25% involves working with Engineering and project personnel to improve equipment implementation and installation processes, and with production personnel to understand and operate machinery for maximum performance. The role includes diagnosing faults; troubleshooting PLCs and HMIs; replacing and installing components; interpreting electrical schematics and wiring diagrams; performing preventive maintenance, testing, calibration, and system backups; wiring and installing control panels, electrical devices, and sensors; and making small-scale program modifications or hardware upgrades. The technician documents maintenance, repairs, system updates, and calibration results; follows LOTO and other site safety procedures; and provides technical support and training to machine operators and maintenance personnel. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or four to six years of experience with large automation systems, computer network systems and wiring, and process control theory in a manufacturing environment.
Fluent in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and diagrams.
Knowledge of AC/DC circuits, relays, and contactors.
Experience wiring and calibrating motor starters, relays, and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
Ability to program, troubleshoot, and configure PLCs and I/O devices.
Prior success applying machine control equipment, process control instrumentation, and associated software.
Ability to interpret logic and PLC programs.
Competence in applying OSHA, EPA, and other health and safety regulations.
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours daily.
Ability to individually lift 45–49 lbs. and team lift upwards of 50–100 lbs.
Ability to individually push or pull 49 lbs. and team push or pull upwards of 50–100 lbs.
Ability to bend, stoop, twist, crouch, squat, and reach above and below the shoulders.
Ability to perform repetitive use of the arm, wrist, and hand.
Ability to work with machinery and hand tools.
Ability to wear required PPE, including hearing protection, safety glasses, and safety-toe shoes.

Nice To Haves

Certifications from major PLC manufacturers, such as Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation or Siemens.
Ability to write and implement PLC programs using HMIs.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support to Operations and Maintenance in maintaining production equipment, auxiliary support equipment, process controls, and building systems.
Work with Engineering and project personnel to improve equipment implementation processes and installation of new equipment.
Work with production personnel to understand and operate machine equipment for maximum performance.
Diagnose faults and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and control systems.
Replace and install components, control panels, electrical devices, and sensors.
Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams to trace signals and voltage in panels and machinery.
Conduct preventive maintenance, testing, calibration, and system backup management.
Implement small-scale program modifications or hardware upgrades to improve machine efficiency.
Maintain detailed records of maintenance, repairs, system updates, and calibration results.
Follow Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and other site-specific safety regulations.
Provide technical support and training to machine operators and maintenance personnel on operating and resetting automated equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.