Controls Technician - Middlebury, IN (Direct Hire)
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Controls Technician will oversee high volume automation manufacturing lines, with a focus on robotic welding systems. This role centers on modifying and troubleshooting FANUC robotic welding equipment, as well as supporting PLCs and HMIs on a newly expanded production line.
STARTING PAY RANGE:
$80,000/yr. - $100,000/yr.
AVAILABLE SHIFTS:
2nd Shift, Monday - Friday
3rd Shift, Monday - Friday
**2nd shift includes off-shift differential = $2.88/hr.**
**Expect 40 - 45 hrs/wk.**
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support new automation systems for a high-volume shelving manufacturing line, with emphasis on robotic welding equipment.
Develop, modify, and optimize FANUC robot programs for welding applications
Perform robot teaching, touch-ups, and recovery
Support rapid program adjustments to address production changes, process improvements, and quality issues.
Troubleshoot robot alarms, motion issues, and sequence ladder logic
Troubleshoot and modify PLCs, HMIs, and robotics, including modifications to existing code
Assists and guides support personnel (Technicians, Maintenance, Tool and Die, etc.) in technical matters as needed.
Develops, installs, and maintains optimum processes for the safe manufacture of quality product in a productive manner.
Coordinates successful corrections to production problems using sound manufacturing engineering problem-solving techniques and practices
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley controls
Proficiency in PLC modification and troubleshooting, particularly with Rockwell and Studio 5000 platforms.
Troubleshooting experience with FANUC and ABB robotics
Ability to diagnose and resolve robot alarms, motion issues, and sequence ladder logic problems in a production environment.
Experience working with automation systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and robotic cells in a manufacturing setting.
Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
Ability to develop plans for accomplishing assigned work and set priorities with a proper sense of urgency.
Average to above average PC Skills
NICE-TO-HAVE SKILLS:
Knowledge of machine programming systems.
Experience troubleshooting HAAS CNC equipment
Experience with Siemens or Mitsubishi PLCs/controls
Hands-on experience with ABB or Yaskawa robotics
BENEFITS:
Company bonus potential.
PTO (Paid Time Off) plus paid holidays.
Competitive benefits package (Eligible on DAY ONE).
Onsite Health Clinic.
401(k) with employer match.
Employee Assistance Program.
Educational Assistance Program.
Career Development Programs.
Casual dress.
Relocation benefits available, (as applicable).
Monday through Friday schedule, onsite
Limited off-hour calls as needed to provide support across three shifts.