Controls Technician; Night shift

Overview

Our client in Grand Rapids is seeking a skilled Controls Technician to join their growing team in a hands-on, high-impact role. This is a great opportunity for a technically inclined professional with strong electrical and automation experience to take ownership of critical systems within a fast-paced, manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will focus on installing, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining control systems for all test and assembly equipment on-site.

This is a Night shift position with a 6PM-6AM schedule on a '2-2-3 schedule' (2 days on 2 days off, 3 days on etc.

- rotating with every other weekend off
. 60hrs one week, 24 the next. 1.5x pay for overtime! )

If you re passionate about automation, eager to roll up your sleeves on a variety of challenging projects, and thrive in environments where continuous improvement is the norm, this role could be the perfect fit.

• Install, program, test, and calibrate control systems and related hardware/software for assembly and test equipment
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on all test and assembly equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and electronic equipment including programmable controls, drives, power supplies, and PLC systems
• Improve automation processes, optimize equipment utilization (OEE), and reduce downtime through continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with external vendors on equipment upgrades, repairs, and sourcing
• Start up and shut down machinery in alignment with company safety and OSHA protocols
• Advise operators and fellow technicians on safe and efficient equipment operation
• Interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and specifications for troubleshooting and maintenance
• Manage small-scale automation projects independently from concept through implementation
• Ensure compliance with local and national electrical codes
• Maintain documentation and communicate potential issues to leadership
• Support cross-functional teams and contribute to a positive team environment

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+yrs of experience in troubleshooting and repairing control systems and automated equipment
• 2+yrs of PLC and HMI programming
• Familiarity with industrial electrical codes and safety practices
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and engineering documentation