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PLC Technician / Controls Technician

Helion Group

Job Description

Job Description

PLC Technician / Controls Technician

We are looking for an experienced PLC Technician / Controls Technician to join our team in Magnolia. This is a fast-paced manufacturing environment where you will be responsible for troubleshooting electrical and controls-related issues, supporting production uptime, and assisting with ongoing automation projects.

Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot electrical and controls-related issues on production equipment.
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, machine diagrams, and control drawings.
  • Troubleshoot digital signals from photoeyes, sensors, VFDs, and other control devices.
  • Connect a laptop to PLC systems to diagnose issues and make minor PLC adjustments.
  • Troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs, primarily PLC-5 systems.
  • Respond to critical downtime calls and work quickly to restore equipment and production.
  • Perform electrical troubleshooting and repairs with some mechanical troubleshooting as needed.
  • Participate in ongoing maintenance and controls projects.
  • Attend shift handoff meetings and prioritize work orders based on production needs.
  • Use detailed electrical and machine diagram libraries to troubleshoot complex equipment issues.
  • Work closely with maintenance leadership and production teams to improve equipment uptime.

Qualifications:

  • Previous experience as a PLC Technician, Controls Technician, Industrial Electrician, or similar role.
  • Strong electrical troubleshooting skills in an industrial manufacturing environment.
  • Hands-on experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLCs, preferably PLC-5.
  • Ability to connect a laptop to PLC systems for troubleshooting and make minor program adjustments.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and machine diagrams.
  • Experience troubleshooting photoeyes, sensors, VFDs, and digital control signals.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to assist with mechanical troubleshooting when needed.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure manufacturing environment.
  • Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to work well with a team.

This is a great opportunity for a controls-focused technician who wants to play a key role in improving equipment reliability and production uptime. The team is looking for someone who can become a strong resource for PLC and controls troubleshooting and help reduce downtime across the facility.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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