Controls & Test Engineering Technician

Sub-Zero & Wolf Appliance

Cedar Rapids, IA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Calibration, Continuous Improvement, Debugging Skills, Electricity, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fitness, Functional Testing, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Input/Output, Instrumentation, Manufacturing, Performance Analysis, Performance Testing, Problem Solving Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Reliability Testing, Root Cause Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, Startup, State Laws and Regulations, System Start-Up, Team Player, Test Equipment, Testing
LOCATION
Cedar Rapids, IA
POSTED
1 day ago

Sub‑Zero, Wolf, and Cove—the leading manufacturer of luxury kitchen appliances—is a family‑owned company known for craftsmanship, innovation, and integrity. Our products are found in the world's most luxurious homes, and behind them are teams of people who live our values every day. At our Cedar Rapids facility, we're building something special—a culture rooted in safety, excellence, and ownership. We do what's right, take pride in our work, and continuously seek to improve. We win together through teamwork, accountability, and a passion for results. And we bring the energy—showing up with a positive mindset and a commitment to creating a workplace where people feel valued and motivated.This hands‑on role is a key player in starting up our state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility. You'll commission new equipment and test systems, solve problems on the floor, and over time lead continuous improvement projects that elevate safety, quality, and throughput.Primary Planning And Start Up ResponsibilitiesCommission and validate functional test equipment, PLC controlled stations, and supporting instrumentation as new lines come online; debug issues end to end (electrical, software, fixtures, sensors, I/O).Partner with Controls and Test Engineering to install, bring up, and optimize equipment for start up readiness; document changes and results.Train operators and technical staff on safe operation, basic troubleshooting, and escalation paths.Primary Ongoing Production ResponsibilitiesRespond on the floor to equipment/test failures; perform root cause analysis, contain issues, and restore operation quickly.Execute minor PLC/HMI adjustments under engineering guidance; maintain configurations, backups, and change logs.Monitor test station performance, yields, and false fail rates; surface trends and propose countermeasures.Implement hardware/software improvements that enhance safety, throughput, test coverage, and reliability (e.g., sensor upgrades, fixture refinements, vision checks).Develop and refine PM, calibration, and verification procedures; keep stations audit ready with clear documentation and labeling.Collaborate with cross functional partners on line layout, error proofing, and standardized work improvements.Work Schedule & EnvironmentDay shift with flexibility during commissioning milestones. Primary work is on the production floor—not behind a desk.We Value Our Employees By ProvidingCompetitive compensation based on skillsIndustry leading health, dental, and vision plansGenerous 401(k) savings and profit sharingOn‑site UW Health clinic, fitness center, and walking pathsEducation assistance and internal training programsElectric vehicle chargingMaternity & paternity leaveInterested in learning more on our robust benefits package we offer? Click here!This position requires a pre‑employment drug/alcohol test and background check, which will be administered after a conditional job offer is extended. A negative drug/alcohol test result is required for employment. Refusal to take the test or a positive result may disqualify a candidate from further consideration. All drug testing will be conducted in accordance with federal and state laws.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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