Controls Technician

Job Description

Position Title: Controls Technician

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Overall Responsibility: We are seeking a detail-oriented Controls Technician to install, maintain and repair manufacturing equipment and control systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of and experience with industrial automation and electrical control systems.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

Setup, testing, and commissioning controls hardware and systems.
Assemble and wire industrial control panels and components.
Install, troubleshoot and replace sensors, transmitters, control valves, VFDs, and other devices.
Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair malfunctions and breakdowns in existing control systems.
Note: These are the minimum requirements for this position and are to be used as a guide for appropriate performance. Watershed Foods reserves the right to change, alter, or modify this job description in any way with or without notice.

Skills Required:

Working knowledge of control theory, AC/DC drives and electro-mechanical systems.
Basic understanding of manufacturing plant mechanical systems and operations (steam, pneumatics, refrigeration, hydraulics, production processes, etc.).
Advanced troubleshooting skills to diagnose electrical systems (24VDC to 480VAC).
Proficient in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Training:

Associates degree in electronic controls or related field.
3+ years of experience in an equivalent role within a manufacturing environment.
Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit, stand, kneel, crouch, climb ladders, and work at height.
Ability to exert and/or lift up to 50lbs occasionally.
Ability to work in extreme environmental conditions (from very cold to very hot.)

The Benefits

PPO or HSA medical benefits with Employer Contributions.
Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability insurance.
Immediate eligibility in 401K with a competitive company match.
8 Holidays, Vacation accrual, PTO program, Paternity Leave.
Attendance, Safety, Service Awards.
Company reimbursement for technical training.
Uniform and Boots provision.
Employee Assistance Program.
Company Events and Luncheons.
Referral bonuses.