Controls Tech

Company: Impact Business Group Inc
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: April 9, 2025

Job Description:

Controls Technician - Day Shift

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Our client in Grand Rapids is seeking a skilled Controls Technician to join their growing team in a hands-on, high-impact role. This is a great opportunity for a technically inclined professional with strong electrical and automation experience to take ownership of critical systems within a fast-paced, manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will focus on installing, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining control systems for all test and assembly equipment on-site.
This is a day-shift position with a 6AM-6PM schedule on a '2-2-3 schedule' (2 days on 2 days off, 3 days on etc.- rotating with every other weekend off).

If you're passionate about automation, eager to roll up your sleeves on a variety of challenging projects, and thrive in environments where continuous improvement is the norm, this role could be the perfect fit.
Responsibilities:
Install, program, test, and calibrate control systems and related hardware/software for assembly and test equipment
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on all test and assembly equipment
Troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic equipment including programmable controls, drives, power supplies, and PLC systems
Improve automation processes, optimize equipment utilization (OEE), and reduce downtime through continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with external vendors on equipment upgrades, repairs, and sourcing
Start up and shut down machinery in alignment with company safety and OSHA protocols
Advise operators and fellow technicians on safe and efficient equipment operation
Interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and specifications for troubleshooting and maintenance
Manage small-scale automation projects independently from concept through implementation
Ensure compliance with local and national electrical codes
Maintain documentation and communicate potential issues to leadership
Support cross-functional teams and contribute to a positive team environment

Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required
2+yrs of experience in troubleshooting and repairing control systems and automated equipment
2+yrs of PLC and HMI programming
Familiarity with industrial electrical codes and safety practices
Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and engineering documentation

Keywords: Impact Business Group Inc, Grand Rapids , Controls Tech, Other , Grand Rapids, Michigan