Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Controls Engineer (B Shift)
Job Description
The Controls Engineer supports operations and manufacturing on the B Shift, working from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday. In this role, you serve as the primary technical contact for the maintenance team, spending approximately 80% of your time on floor support and 20% on small improvement projects. You troubleshoot industrial equipment, optimize control systems, and implement enhancements such as HMI reconfigurations, control logic changes, and timer adjustments to improve efficiency and reliability in a highly automated manufacturing environment.
Essential Skills
* Preferred 5+ years of experience in controls engineering or a closely related controls-focused role in industrial manufacturing.
* Strong PLC programming, editing, and troubleshooting skills, specifically with Allen-Bradley PLC platforms.
* Hands-on experience with FANUC robotics, including setup, troubleshooting, and optimization in a production environment.
* Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagnose issues on industrial equipment.
* Demonstrated ability to support, maintain, and improve industrial manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
* Experience with automation and process control in a manufacturing setting, including working with motor drives and extrusion equipment.
* Ability to work the B Shift schedule: 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday.
* Ability to work independently on hands-on projects and also effectively within cross-functional teams.
* Strong documentation skills for recording technical work, changes, and improvements in a clear and organized manner.
* Commitment to safety and reliability, with the ability to monitor processes and ensure they remain in control and meet expectations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering is preferred.
* Experience with AutoCAD Electrical for designing or modifying electrical drawings is a plus.
* Experience in aluminum, metals, extrusion, casting, or heavy manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
* Experience working with robotics beyond FANUC, or broader automation platforms, is beneficial.
* Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies and Six Sigma project participation is an advantage.
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to lead or contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams.
* Ability to mentor and train others on equipment, controls, and processes.
* Comfort working in a large-scale, fast-growing manufacturing facility with highly automated systems.
* Interest in ongoing professional development and technical training opportunities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of KALAMAZOO, MI. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $60.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending
Job Description
Job Title: Controls Engineer (B Shift)
Job Description
The Controls Engineer supports operations and manufacturing on the B Shift, working from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday. In this role, you serve as the primary technical contact for the maintenance team, spending approximately 80% of your time on floor support and 20% on small improvement projects. You troubleshoot industrial equipment, optimize control systems, and implement enhancements such as HMI reconfigurations, control logic changes, and timer adjustments to improve efficiency and reliability in a highly automated manufacturing environment.
Essential Skills
* Preferred 5+ years of experience in controls engineering or a closely related controls-focused role in industrial manufacturing.
* Strong PLC programming, editing, and troubleshooting skills, specifically with Allen-Bradley PLC platforms.
* Hands-on experience with FANUC robotics, including setup, troubleshooting, and optimization in a production environment.
* Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including the ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagnose issues on industrial equipment.
* Demonstrated ability to support, maintain, and improve industrial manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
* Experience with automation and process control in a manufacturing setting, including working with motor drives and extrusion equipment.
* Ability to work the B Shift schedule: 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and every other Wednesday.
* Ability to work independently on hands-on projects and also effectively within cross-functional teams.
* Strong documentation skills for recording technical work, changes, and improvements in a clear and organized manner.
* Commitment to safety and reliability, with the ability to monitor processes and ensure they remain in control and meet expectations.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering is preferred.
* Experience with AutoCAD Electrical for designing or modifying electrical drawings is a plus.
* Experience in aluminum, metals, extrusion, casting, or heavy manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
* Experience working with robotics beyond FANUC, or broader automation platforms, is beneficial.
* Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies and Six Sigma project participation is an advantage.
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to lead or contribute to multi-disciplinary project teams.
* Ability to mentor and train others on equipment, controls, and processes.
* Comfort working in a large-scale, fast-growing manufacturing facility with highly automated systems.
* Interest in ongoing professional development and technical training opportunities.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of KALAMAZOO, MI. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $60.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending
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This position is listed as contract and onsite.