Controls Technician

## Controls Technician Apply remote type:
Onsite locations:
US IL Caledonia time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR100994

Join Pro Mach and shine. Whether you're creative, strategic, persuasive, or mechanically inclined, there’s a place for you here. Be a problem-solver, a closer, a futurist - whatever drives you.  At Pro Mach, you'll be challenged and rewarded as you help improve packaging performance and shape the future of automation. And we’ll be proud to have you on the journey.

*** Do we have your attention?
*** Keep reading.  HMC Products, a division of Pro Mach, focuses on producing world-class packaging equipment for our global customer base and offers rewarding and challenging opportunities. If you are detail-oriented and focused on continuous improvement, we want to talk to you.
As a Controls Technician, you’ll develop and program PLC, Servo, and HMI controls software for packaging automation machinery. You’ll solve complex challenges with your expert troubleshooting skills to help exceed customer expectations.

HMC Products, a division of Pro Mach, focuses on producing world-class packaging equipment for our global customer base and offers rewarding and challenging opportunities. If you are detail-oriented and focused on continuous improvement, we want to talk to you.

As a Controls Technician, you’ll develop and program PLC, Servo, and HMI controls software for packaging automation machinery. You’ll solve complex challenges with your expert troubleshooting skills to help exceed customer expectations.
** Are you excited about this work?
*** Prepare PLC, Servo, and HMI software from existing software libraries.
* Confer with mechanical and electrical engineering personnel to prepare software modifications as required.
* Interpret technical specifications and application parameters.
* Assist installation team during install, start up and commissioning of new machines.
* Participate in the start-up of new packaging automation equipment.
* Perform software modifications to existing machines.
* Collaborate with mechanical and electrical hardware engineering team to execute projects.
* Travel to customer sites to support servicing and commissioning of packaging automation equipment.
* Partner with all other departments as needed.
** If this sounds like you, we want to connect!
*** Applied Science (2-year degree) with emphasis in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Industrial Automation or Programming preferred.
* PLC programming, HMI development and troubleshooting skills.
* General understanding of automation; including but not limited to high-speed assembly machinery, general automation technology.
* PLC Programming (Allen Bradley) and Ladder Logic experience required.
* Demonstrated understanding of engineering theories and principles.
* Ability to work in team environment and a focus on customer service.
* Strong problem identification and resolution skills.
* Effective attention to detail, high degree of accuracy.
* Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
* Experience with AutoCAD and blueprint reading preferred.
* Willingness to travel roughly 10 to 20 percent.  
** What’s in it for you?
** There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career.  In addition to growth opportunities, as a Pro Mach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck.

Total compensation includes your salary, comprehensive medical/dental programs, as well as life insurance, a generous paid time off program, and a retirement savings plan with a company match. And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, there is no waiting period for benefits – you are eligible on your first day of employment!  
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