Controls Technician

Overview Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet. Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world. Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love. Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live. A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness. Travel Required?: Travel - up to 10% of time Posting Start Date: 7/1/26 On-site No Relocation Assistance Offered Job Number#173813 - Cambridge, Ohio, United States Who We Are Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name! Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all. Role Overview As a Controls Technician in our state of the art Home Care product production plant, you will be responsible for the effective operation of plant production and utility equipment; ensuring the continued operation of our base liquid making equipment and devices. You will work among a team of technical peers as a cooperative think tank of mechanical acumen in a Fortune 500 production setting. The primary goals include updating and maintaining the plant PLC and SCADA System, seeking and implementing new technology, and attaining high equipment reliability and uptime. You are an integral piece of safety compliance, data collection, innovation, problem solving, and continuous improvement. You will have considerable interaction with others in the same production unit as well as other production and support functions, creating a bridge between humans and machines. Responsibilities include: Responsibilities Controls & Automation Systems: Design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain plant control systems (PLCs, SCADA, servo systems), including hardware/software updates and maintaining logic for PSM-covered processes. SCADA & Data Infrastructure: Manage SCADA screens, controls networks, and data architectures; leverage raw data and Excel macros to provide real-time, actionable insights for plant operations. Project & Engineering Support: Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, and CI teams to design, install, and commission capital projects (CEB), line improvements, and new technologies. Advanced Troubleshooting: Provide high-level controls support for unplanned breakdowns, collaborate with technicians on root-cause analysis, and document logic changes or deficiencies in SAP EAM. Compliance, Safety, & Quality: Adhere to all EOHS, Quality, GMP, and Micro standards, ensuring precise regulatory documentation and completion of required PSM training. Continuous Improvement & OEE: Participate in structured CI initiatives (autonomous maintenance, problem-solving) and monitor critical processes to maximize OEE, uptime, and asset utilization. Training & Knowledge Sharing: Actively upskill Maintenance Technicians and operators on controls systems to drive technical development and operator empowerment. Production & Materials Management: Configure equipment for new SKUs, formulas, and packaging changes, and efficiently utilize the storeroom parts inventory system. Business & Customer Focus: Optimize plant resources responsibly to meet the needs of internal teams (Quality, Planning, Finance) and major external retail customers. Qualifications Required Qualifications: A high school diploma or GED Experience with setup, configuration, and operation of production plant controls equipment Expert level proficiency in the use of PLC, SCADA, and HMI programming and troubleshooting Preferred Qualifications: Vocational school certificate or technical institute degree with emphasis in electronics is preferred 7+ years manufacturing or similar experience is preferred, with an emphasis in mechanics or electronics. Competent in the selection setup, programming and configuration of servo systems is preferred Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $72,000.00 - $75,000.00 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies. Our Commitment to Inclusion Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business. Equal Opportunity Employer Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation. 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