Shift Controls Technician

Job Overview

Pay Range: $44 – $59 per hour. Shift Premium: $1.50 per hour. Sign On Bonus: $5,000.

Site:
Manufacturing pet food brands such as Pedigree, Cesar, Nutro, Iams, Whiskas and Sheba.

Rotating shifts (available to 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)

The Controls Technician is primarily office‑based, with occasional visits to the production floor. The role involves maintaining, diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical/motor controls and PLC logic to minimize downtime and ensure optimal system performance.

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
• 3+ years of experience in electrical systems, controls and/or automation
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and motor control systems
• Ability to accurately read, interpret and work from electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

• Occasional lifting/carrying of 10–50 lbs and pushing/pulling of 50–300 lbs
• Occasional bending, stooping, twisting and gripping
• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces, if requested
• Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions
• Proficient in English reading, writing and communication

• Associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree or relevant technical certifications
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment
• Expertise in electrical and controls systems

• 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 installation and setup of new control systems and automation equipment
• Identify and resolve minor faults in control systems and recommend continuous improvements
• Maintain inventory of tools, parts and supplies needed for control system maintenance
• Follow all safety procedures and protocols when servicing control systems and electrical equipment
• Handle ad hoc requests as needed

• Pay: $44–$59 per hour based on experience
• Shift Differential: $1.50 per hour
• Sign on Bonus: $5,000
• Annual bonus and merit increases
• Benefits starting day one:
  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • Up to 6% 401(k) match
  • Vacation time
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Short- and long-term disability coverage
  • 18 weeks parental leave
• Relocation will not be offered

• Work with diverse and talented associates guided by the Five Principles
• Join a purpose‑driven company striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today
• Best‑in‑class learning and development support from day one with access to Mars University
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus