Controls Technician
Job in
Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, 43216, USA
Listed on 2026-03-04
Listing for:
Mars
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-04
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description:
Mars Petcare
- Controls Technician
- Columbus, OH
* Pay Range:
Based on experience: $43.27- $57.69 /hour and $1.50/hour shift premium
* Sign On Bonus: $5K
* This site manufactures petfood:
Pedigree, Cesar, Nutro, Iams, Whiskas and Sheba.
Shift
Schedule:
Rotating Shift (must be available for all)
* 1st Shift
* Saturday-Sunday: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM
* Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
* Weekend Off
* 2nd Shift
* Monday-Friday: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM
* Weekend Off
* 3rd Shift
* Monday-Friday: 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM
* Saturday-Sunday: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
* 5 Days Off Monday
- Friday
Description of Role:
The Controls Technician is primarily office-based, with occasional visits to the production floor and responsible for maintaining, diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical/motor controls and PLC Logic to minimize downtime and ensure optimal system performance.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements:
* High school diploma or GED equivalent
* 3+ years experience in electrical systems, controls and/or automation.
* Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and motor control systems
* Able to accurately read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
Physical Requirements:
* Occasionally lift/carry (10-50 lbs) and push/pull (50-300 lbs)
* Occasional bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.
* If requested, able to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces.
* Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions
* Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Associate's degree, Bachelors degree or relevant certifications in a technical field
* Prior experience in a manufacturing environment
What will be my
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform routine maintenance, basic repairs, troubleshooting, inspections, calibration, modifications and upgrades on electrical and controls equipment including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and motor control systems
* Support the installation and setup of new control systems and automation equipment
* Identify and resolve minor faults in control systems and recommend continuous improvements
* Maintaining inventory of tools, parts, and supplies needed for control system maintenance
* Follow all safety procedures and protocols when servicing control systems and electrical equipment
* Any ad hoc requests
Total Rewards
* Pay:
Based on experience between $43.27- $57.69 /hour
* Shift Differential: $1.50/hour
* Sign on Bonus: $5K
* Annual Bonus and Merit Increases
* Benefits Starting Day One:
* Medical, Vision, and Dental
* Up to 6% 401(k) match
* Vacation time
* Tuition reimbursement
* Short/Long-Term Disability
* 18 weeks parental leave
What can you expect from Mars?
* Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
* Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
* Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
* An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
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