Job Title:

Controls Technician Location:

Nashville, TN Salary Range:

$37-$39/hr

Shifts Available:

1st: 6AM-2PM 2nd: 2PM-10

PM Employment Type:

Permanent/Full-Time | Direct Hire Job Summary We are seeking Controls Technicians to join a growing, fast-paced manufacturing company! The Controls Technician will play a key role in keeping the facility's automated production equipment running, including hands-on work with PLCs, robotics, servo systems, HMIs, and more. This role is perfect for an individual that enjoys technical problem solving, mentoring others, and being involved in new equipment start-ups/commissioning. Required Skills & Qualifications Associate's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or relevant field required 2+ years of experience in Engineering, Robotics, or a relevant technical role required Regular and predictable attendance required Ability to cooperate within teams to carry out tasks and responsibilities Overtime may be required as work load or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays Understanding of typical manufacturing interfaces and processes, such as between the glass process, the controls, and the robotics that allow working in concert Preferred Skills & Qualifications Advanced/intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Effective ability to lead, direct, and instruct others on tasks and processes Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis Excellent analytical skills Ability to live by example and teach core workplace values — Safety, Accountability, Results Oriented, Team Approach, Customer Focused, and strong Integrity and Ethics — and encourage others to embrace them Day-to-Day Responsibilities Troubleshoot PLC systems, such as Rockwell and Mitsubishi Program and troubleshoot Fanuc Robots on a basic level Configure and troubleshoot Servo and VFD systems, including SEW, Allen Bradley, and Mitsubishi Configure and troubleshoot HMI systems Train and assist electricians to troubleshoot, repair, replace, and commission all electrical control devices, including AC drives, DC drives, and Servo Controllers, contactors, motors, breakers, solenoids, and power supplies Train and assist electricians to troubleshoot PLC and HMI hardware, including processors, discrete and analog IO cards, power supplies, network adapters, distributed IO, message displays, PC-based interfaces, and operator interfaces such as PanelView Provide direction, assistance, and training to maintenance electricians in other technical areas, as needed Assist with basic maintenance of networking and communications, such as DeviceNet, ControlNet, and Ethernet/IP Plan and coordinate engineering project work with team members Engage in project commissioning and start-up work Troubleshoot automation systems and assist with other aspects of electrical or controls projects as necessary Conduct root cause analysis of severe downtime incidents Physical & Environmental Requirements Physical expectations and working conditions associated with the job may include: standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods, lifting up to 25-50 lbs depending on role, and other work that may be performed in a manufacturing, warehouse, or office environment. Company Benefits & Culture Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits Stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment Opportunity to lead impactful facility and capital improvement projects Professional growth and advancement opportunities Strong focus on safety, accountability, and operational excellence INDQSS3