2nd Controls Technician
Job in
North Vernon, Jennings County, Indiana, 47625, USA
Listed on 2026-06-18
Listing for:
American Axle & Manufacturing
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-18
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
## 2nd Controls Technician Apply locations:
North Vernon, INtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JREQ-221218
** Job Posting Title
** 2nd Controls Technician
** Job Description Summary
** The Controls Technician supports production by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automated manufacturing equipment. This role focuses on electrical and controls systems while also supporting mechanical and hydraulic repairs as needed to keep production running safely and efficiently.
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* Job Description:
**** Key Responsibilities
*** Support production operations with
** maintenance and repair of electrical, controls, mechanical, and hydraulic systems**.
* Troubleshoot and maintain
** PLC-controlled equipment**, machine automation, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and industrial networks.
* Support automated equipment including
** 3-axis CNC mills, conveyors, robots, refining machines, and sintering-related equipment**.
* Diagnose machine faults using structured troubleshooting methods and return equipment to service quickly and safely.
* Read and work from
** electrical schematics, ladder logic, mechanical drawings, and equipment documentation**.
* Assist with
** controls modifications, machine improvements, and automation reliability projects**.
* Research and identify
** replacement parts, components, and controls hardware
** as needed.
* Perform
** preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance
** per work orders and maintenance schedules.
* Follow all
** safety rules, lockout/tagout procedures, and plant operating standards**.
* Complete maintenance logs, checklists, and basic documentation to communicate work performed and equipment status.
** Required Skills and Education
**** Required
Skills & Qualifications
*** Strong background in
** industrial electrical and controls troubleshooting
*** Experience with
** PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, sensors, and motor controls
*** Ability to read and understand
** electrical prints, ladder logic, and schematics
*** Working knowledge of
** mechanical and hydraulic systems
*** Experience supporting
** automated manufacturing equipment
** in a production environment
* Ability to work independently on the shop floor and prioritize production needs
* Good communication skills and a hands-on, problem-solving mindset
** Preferred Experience
*** Manufacturing or industrial maintenance experience
* CNC machine and robotic automation exposure
* Sintering, heat-treat, or high-temperature process equipment experience (preferred but not required)
** About AAM:
** As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Discover how we’re Bringing the Future Faster at will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law.
AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker:
We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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