Controls Technician
Location: Richmond IN (On-site)
Industry: Manufacturing & Production
Employment Type: Full-time Permanent
Experience Level: Associate (1 2 years)
Salary-$55000-$77000
Summary:
The Controls Technician will install maintain support and improve plant floor control systems ensuring efficient and reliable operation of production processes. This role involves PLC programming SCADA system support and collaboration with maintenance operations and engineering teams to drive continuous improvement across the facility.
Key Responsibilities:
Install modify and maintain PLC programs and plant control systems.
Support and upgrade SCADA systems (WonderWare).
Manage I/O checkout troubleshooting and process improvements.
Work with OEMs contractors and consultants to resolve control issues.
Train maintenance and operating technicians on control system usage.
Maintain compliance with GMP safety and food safety standards.
Provide on-call support for technical troubleshooting.
Coordinate with network administration for control network maintenance.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma required; 2-year Industrial Technology Automation or Electrical/Electronic Technology degree preferred.
2 years of experience modifying electrical schematics.
Preferred: BS in Controls/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
Strong PLC & SCADA programming experience (Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLC 5 SLC 5/05 WonderWare Intouch/Archestra).
Experience with MS SQL Industrial SQL WonderWare Historian AB PanelView and robotic automation (Fanuc UR Okura etc.).
Other Details:
Travel: Up to 5%
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs work in confined or hazardous spaces and tolerate various environmental conditions.