Prestige Staffing
Automation Controls Technician
Prestige Staffing, Findlay, OH, United States
Job Description
Prestige Staffing Services is seeking an experienced Automation/Controls Technician for a direct hire opportunity in the Findlay, Ohio area with great benefits. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background in control systems, instrumentation, and troubleshooting, with a focus on delivering reliable and efficient solutions.
Primary Responsibilities:
Prestige Staffing Services is seeking an experienced Automation/Controls Technician for a direct hire opportunity in the Findlay, Ohio area with great benefits. The ideal candidate should have a strong technical background in control systems, instrumentation, and troubleshooting, with a focus on delivering reliable and efficient solutions.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair controls systems, PLC's, and HMI's
- Diagnose and address control system malfunctions, electrical issues, and equipment failures.
- Test and calibrate instrumentation devices, sensors, and controllers to maintain accurate and consistent process measurements.
- Conduct preventive maintenance tasks on control systems and associated components to prevent unexpected failures.
- Monitor control system performance, identify trends, and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency.
- Maintain accurate documentation of control system configurations, changes, and maintenance activities.
- Support production and operations teams in troubleshooting and resolving control-related issues.
- Provide training and technical support to maintenance and operations personnel on control system usage and troubleshooting.
- Stay updated on industry advancements and emerging technologies related to control systems and automation.
- Associate degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Automation, or a related field.
- Proven experience as an Automation Technician or similar role in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) and HMI/SCADA systems.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, ladder logic diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.).
- Experience with troubleshooting control system issues, identifying root causes, and implementing effective solutions.
- Knowledge of instrumentation devices, sensors, actuators, and motor controls.