Controls Technician

We are seeking a dedicated Controls Technician to support our highly automated manufacturing operations within a cleanroom environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and improving automation systems, including PLCs, robotics, vision systems, cameras, servos, and related manufacturing equipment. This role requires a proactive problem solver who can swiftly address production issues, identify root causes, and implement immediate and long-term solutions to enhance equipment reliability, quality, and overall operational performance.

• Troubleshoot and repair automated manufacturing equipment, including PLCs, robotics, vision systems, cameras, and servo-driven systems.
• Respond to equipment downtime and production issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical support to production, maintenance, setup, and engineering teams.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts to increase uptime, reduce scrap, and improve efficiency.
• Monitor and verify manufacturing processes to ensure equipment and processes are operating within specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve automation systems and manufacturing processes.

• Proficiency in troubleshooting automation equipment, such as PLCs, vision systems, servos, motors, and wiring.
• Experience with Fanuc robot programming.
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing support.

• Expertise in troubleshooting, robotics, automation, electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, preventive maintenance, and repair.
• Experience with Cognex systems.

This position offers two shifts: 2nd shift from 2:30 PM to 10:30 PM and 3rd shift from 10:30 PM to 6:30 AM. The role requires active engagement in a production/manufacturing environment, working 42-50 hours per week, with occasional Saturday work if necessary. The Controls Technician will report to the shift supervisor and is expected to be hands-on in their approach.

This is a Permanent position based out of Holland, MI.

The pay range for this position is $62000.00 - $70000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

PTO, Health, Vision, Dental, 401k

This is a fully onsite position in Holland,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.

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