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Controls Technician (2nd and 3rd Shift)
Posted: 10/28/2025
2025-10-28
2026-03-15
Job Type:
Permanent/Direct Hire
Industry: Engineering
Job Number: 26545
Pay Rate: $ 30.00 - $ 35.00
Job Description
Our client, a well-established manufacturer in the Montague, MI area, is seeking a skilled Controls Technician to join their team on either 2nd or 3rd shift. This is a direct hire opportunity with a company that values innovation, precision, and problem-solving. In this role, you'll work hands-on with advanced manufacturing equipment, robotics, and PLC systems, ensuring smooth production and minimal downtime. If you enjoy diagnosing technical issues, fine-tuning complex systems, and being an integral part of a high-performing manufacturing environment, this position offers the challenge and stability you're looking for.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment and robotics using PLC interfaces.
- Participate in the design, development, and problem-solving of current and future assembly and test equipment.
- Observe machine operations to identify the source of malfunctions and implement solutions.
- Use test instruments to troubleshoot process issues and restore equipment functionality.
- Replace, adjust, and calibrate components to ensure operations meet specifications.
- Maintain a technical library for components, equipment procurement, and testing parameters.
- Utilize computers/software for testing, data collection, analysis, and storage of product and process data.
- Ensure calibration and repair of all testing and assembly equipment, including PLCs, oscilloscopes, counters, and analyzers.
- Manage procurement, calibration, and maintenance of instrumentation to ensure optimal production performance.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and contaminant-free work environment.
- Perform additional related duties as required.
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Electronics Technology preferred or equivalent experience.
- 2-5 years of relevant experience in electrical controls, automation, or equipment maintenance.
- Solid knowledge of:
- Basic electricity, industrial controls, and microprocessors
- Programming/logic and ladder logic
- Electrical schematics, AC/DC circuits, and solid-state devices
- Electronic system troubleshooting and DOS basics
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Motion controllers
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Skills & Attributes
- Experience in a manufacturing or industrial automation environment.
- Strong analytical thinking with a methodical approach to troubleshooting.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
- Familiarity with advanced testing equipment and calibration processes.
Titles Encouraged to Apply:
- Electrical Controls Technician
- Automation Technician
- PLC Technician
- Maintenance Electrician
- Industrial Controls Specialist
- Robotics Technician
- Electrical Maintenance Technician
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