Controls Technician

Controls Technician

Mars Wrigley – Gainesville, GA

12 Hour Night Shift, 2-2-3 Rotating. Week 1:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Week 2:
Wednesday, Thursday.

Hours:

6pm – 6:30am.

The Controls Technician is the PCIS systems owner for the production areas and responsible for eliminating maintenance and breakdown related losses. The PCIS Technician is responsible for repairing and maintaining all site equipment.

• 12+ months in a similar role
• Line manager approval to apply
• Good standing in current role
• 2‑year Technical Degree/Certificate in Electrical/Electronic/Controls/Automation or equivalent experience
• 1+ years instrumentation, electrical, electronics, and factory controls & IT experience, including production system troubleshooting and problem resolution
• 1+ years experience in a controls function, working in a manufacturing environment

• Frequent lifting/carrying/pushing (10‑50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50‑300 lbs)
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling and gripping
• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment and work in confined spaces
• Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift)
• Ability to read, write and speak English

• 2‑year Technical Degree (Electrical/Electronic/Controls/Automation)
• 2+ years instrumentation, electrical, electronics, or factory controls & IT experience, including production system troubleshooting and problem resolution
• Server Administration, Virtual Infrastructure Administration, and Database Administration knowledge
• Operational Electrical Qualification Certificate, or the ability to obtain one (must be able to work independently on live electrical panels)

• Excellent communication skills required
• Analyze and test applications for factory control systems
• Knowledge of Rockwell 5000 and Siemens Step 7 control systems, including Control Logix, Compact Logix, Factory Talk, and Step 7
• Provide operational support to user departments for HMI terminals and control system software applications
• Understand industrial networks, e.g., Ethernet, Profibus, Profi Net
• Preferably troubleshoot programs on Siemens and/or Rockwell Automation PLC control systems
• In‑depth knowledge of installation, programming, and troubleshooting of VFDs, servo drives, and sensors
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills for complex industrial manufacturing equipment
• Field service experience preferred
• This role will operate in a team of four to troubleshoot and repair all electrical machine stops throughout the factory

• $5,000 sign‑on bonus
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Annual variable bonus payout
• Annual merit increases
• Medical, vision, and dental – starts day one
• Up to 6% 401(k) match
• Vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• 18 weeks parental leave

• 3‑day initial orientation on start date (day shift)

• The opportunity to learn, develop, and take charge of your own career
• Industry‑competitive salary and benefits package
• Respect, value, and recognition
• The Five Principles are at the center of every decision we make
• Opportunity to work cross‑functionally, add value, and impact a better world for generations to come