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Controls & Instrumentation Technician

$45.9 per hour

Meet Life Sciences

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Meet Life Sciences Schedule: Week 1: Mon, Tue, Wed, and every other Sun – 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM Week 2: Thu, Fri, Sat, and every other Sun – 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM Rotates every 3 months Overview: We’re seeking an experienced Controls & Instrumentation Technician to support the startup, maintenance, and improvement of complex automated manufacturing equipment. You’ll be hands-on with PLCs, vision systems, robotics, drives, and process controls—ensuring high uptime, low scrap, and exceptional product quality in a fast-paced, high-tech environment. Key Responsibilities: Troubleshoot, repair, and optimize automated equipment controls and instrumentation. Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, servo/VFD drives, and vision systems (Cognex/Keyence). Support equipment installation, start-up, qualification, and on-site acceptance testing. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime. Collaborate with operators, engineers, and maintenance teams to improve processes. Document maintenance activities, create SOPs, and train others. Qualifications: 5+ years working with controls and instrumentation on automated manufacturing equipment. Strong PLC programming (Rockwell ControlLogix) and HMI experience. Knowledge of VFDs, servo drives, PID loops, and process control. Experience with machine vision systems (Cognex, Keyence preferred). Ability to read technical prints, troubleshoot control circuits, and wire machinery. Familiarity with NFPA 79/NFPA 70E safety standards a plus. Associate degree, engineering technician diploma, or electrical license preferred. Why This Role? Hands-on impact in a cutting-edge manufacturing environment. Temp-to-perm growth opportunity with competitive pay and shift differential. Be part of a team driving innovation, reliability, and quality. Apply Now – Bring your controls and automation expertise to a role where you’ll directly influence production success and equipment performance. Seniority level Seniority level Associate Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Manufacturing Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Meet Life Sciences by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Instrumentation Technician jobs in Acton, MA . Electrician, Instrumentation and Control Technician_$45.90 p/hr_ Encore Boston Harbor Electrician, Instrumentation and Control Technician_$45.90 p/hr_ Encore Boston Harbor Instrument and Control Valve Commissioning Technician We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr Meet Life Sciences

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