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Controls Technician

LVI Associates
Delano, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/26/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description : Overview :

We are seeking a motivated individual with a strong technical background in automation controls, specifically in a high-volume industrial manufacturing setting, with a focus on packaging automation. The Controls Systems Technician will be responsible for ensuring the effective operation and maintenance of process control systems. Hands-on experience with PLCs, HMIs, automation systems, and troubleshooting is highly desirable. The ideal candidate should be committed to maintaining high standards, working efficiently in a dynamic environment, and eager to grow both personally and professionally.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Assess and modify existing equipment to meet safety, quality, and production standards.
  • Conduct root-cause analysis, troubleshoot, and repair automated production and robotic systems.
  • Program, troubleshoot, and replace components such as sensors, scanners, vision systems, motors, and variable frequency drives.
  • Troubleshoot automated equipment with PLC programming software like RSLogix 5000, 500, and RSStudio.
  • Design or update operator interface screens using software tools such as RSView32 and FactoryTalk View Studio.
  • Oversee upgrades and integration of control systems for new and existing equipment.
  • Use electrical schematics and test equipment to troubleshoot wiring, relay logic, and control circuits.
  • Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, mechanical drawings, and system layouts.
  • Perform scheduled maintenance and monitor equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Adhere to company policies, including manufacturing practices and safety protocols.
  • Document all work and ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance efficiency, quality, and overall operations.
  • Support operational reliability in alignment with business objectives.

Qualifications :

  • Associate's degree in electronics or a related field, or a technical certification (e.g., Electrical / Electronic Technology), or 3 years of relevant experience, with 10 years of applicable manufacturing experience as a substitute for a degree.
  • Experience in programming PLCs, drives, and HMIs is highly preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of relay logic, instrumentation programming, I / O wiring, and PLC architecture.
  • Attention to detail and a strong focus on quality.
  • A proactive, team-oriented individual with a commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Experience working with electrical control panels.
  • Familiarity with electrical safety practices such as LOTO and arc flash safety.
  • High mechanical and electrical aptitude with strong communication, mentoring, and training skills.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and / or Visio is preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics with ease.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with team members.
  • Some experience with programming languages (e.g., JSON, Webservices) is a plus.
  • Flexibility to work different shifts, including nights, weekends, and extended hours (12-hour shifts), as required.
  • Required Skills :

  • PLCs : AB ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix, SLC5
  • PLC I / O : R I / O, 1756 I / O, 1768 I / O, 1769 I / O, Point / Flex / Block I / O, 1742 interfaces
  • Networks : R I / O, DeviceNet, Ethernet / IP, ControlNet
  • HMI Hardware : Allen Bradley PanelView Plus, RSViewSE, PCs, Wonderware ME
  • HMI Software : AB Panelview ViewME, Wonderware ArchestrA IDE, Wonderware ME
  • Drives : AB PF series 4,40,525,70,700,725,735,755, Emerson, Yaskawa
  • Motor types : Induction, DC, Servo
  • Instrumentation : Level, Pressure, Temperature, Flow, Distance
  • Low Voltage Controls : 24VAC, 24VDC, 4-20mA
  • Supervisory Systems : Historians, SQL, MES, ArchestrA
  • Supervisory Networks : Switches, Routers, CAT6, 802.11a / b / g
  • Company Description

    LVI Associates exists to enable exceptional careers around the world; we connect exceptional talent, with exceptional opportunities.

    We believe that every professional should benefit from the advice of a trusted partner throughout their career.

    We provide that partnership to mid to senior level professionals within the Energy, Environmental & Infrastructure spaces through our network of micro-specialist consultants.

    Each team within LVI Associates focuses on a specialist area of Energy & Infrastructure. I specialise in sourcing and placing senior level candidates within the bridges and highway construction spaces.

    Make LVI Associates your career partner; ensure your career journey is exceptional.

    Company Description

    LVI Associates exists to enable exceptional careers around the world; we connect exceptional talent, with exceptional opportunities. We believe that every professional should benefit from the advice of a trusted partner throughout their career. We provide that partnership to mid to senior level professionals within the Energy, Environmental & Infrastructure spaces through our network of micro-specialist consultants. Each team within LVI Associates focuses on a specialist area of Energy & Infrastructure. I specialise in sourcing and placing senior level candidates within the bridges and highway construction spaces. Make LVI Associates your career partner; ensure your career journey is exceptional.

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