Controls Technician

Job Overview

Reynolds American is evolving at a pace like no other organization. To achieve the ambition we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be the change!

Controls Technician

Function:
Operations

Location:

Tobaccoville, NC

Reports to:

Sr Engineer

• Internal – Manufacturing Staff, Technical Staff, manufacturing personnel
• External – Contract Engineering Firms, Contract System Integrators

Local

10%

• Perform designated electronic technical duties to ensure system performance.
• Provide direct support for Controls Engineering functions (OT-Operations Technology) in manufacturing processes.
• Perform daily engagement/troubleshooting with end-to-end systems, including machine controls, SCADA, and interfaces with upper-level systems (MES and SAP).
• Conduct equipment installations and system development/troubleshooting as required to align to current standards.
• Investigate connectivity issues to diagnose and resolve network connection problems.
• Assist in maintaining program/PLC backups for devices to ensure data integrity and recovery readiness.
• Provide technical support for troubleshooting Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and other PLC systems.
• Support and troubleshoot Profibus, Control Net, and Ethernet data communication systems.
• Work cross functional areas to support as needed (SMD and PMD RJRT, MO and TO ASC).
• Willing to work on various shifts and weekends as required.
• Participate in training sessions and consistently pursue self‑motivated skill development.

• Are you currently a maintenance technician?
• Are you driven and eager to learn quickly on your own initiative?
• Are you aspiring to enhance your understanding of control engineering?
• Are you committed to upholding the company's ethos as an E/I (Electrical/Instrumentation) technician in your work?

Essential Experience, Skills and Knowledge

• Limited proficiency knowledge of PLC’s, SCADA, HMIs, and related equipment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in installing and troubleshooting electrical circuits.
• Limited proficiency in collaborating with contractors.

• Demonstrates self‑motivation, personal leadership, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability and commitment to drive change and improvements.
• Strong desire to learn, understand and apply technologies.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• AAS Degree in Industrial Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology or related field and a minimum of three years as a E&I Technician.

• Experience in diagnosing and troubleshooting MES issues.
• Experience in programming and troubleshooting Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Beckhoff PLCs.

We are Reynolds American—a member of the British American Tobacco Group. At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN.

Have you been on a career break for 18 months or longer? Are you ready to return to your career? If your answers to these questions is yes, we would love to hear from you. Regardless of why you took a break, we value you for all the skills you can bring to the workforce. Reignite your career, work flexibly, be part of a dynamic team and upskill yourself with on‑the‑job training and development support.

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer:

• 401(k) plan that offers opportunity to save on pre‑ and post‑tax basis up to 50 percent of eligible compensation.
  • Company matches 100 percent of employee pre‑tax/Roth (401k) contributions up to six percent.
  • Company contributes an additional three percent to 401(k) whether employee participates or not.
• Comprehensive health‑and‑welfare‑benefits package (including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs).
• Health Savings Account start‑up contribution for employees who…