Maintenance Controls Technician - Hourly

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals. Department Manufacturing or Process Engineering Reports to Controls Manager or Process Engineering Manager Summary A Controls Technician is responsible for the installation, calibration and maintenance of automated industrial machinery. A Controls Technician keeps things running smoothly as they check on and maintain machinery. Successful Controls Technicians are able to respond quickly to any problems that might arise. Core Competencies • Communication and People Skills • Problem Solving • Excellent dexterity • Technical Capacity • Analytical • Accountability and Dependability Job Duties 21. Test, troubleshoot, and oversee implementation of new processes 22. Install retrofits to existing systems and troubleshoot hardware, software, and instrument problems 23. Supports start-up activities 24. Create and maintain automation processes 25. Over-see testing procedures, writing reports and making sure that the instruments you develop comply with quality standards and safety regulations. 26. Available for support calls 24/7 27. Install, diagnose and fix programmable logic controllers and other devices that operate automated equipment. 28. The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005. 29. The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual. Requirements 30. Completion of a 2-year degree or technical certificate program 31. 3 to 5 years manufacturing experience and a strong technical knowledge in the programming, installation, configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment 32. Superior analytical capabilities 33. Problem-solving and decision-making 34. Good written and verbal communication skills 35. Ability to work with minimal supervision 36. Ability to manage multiple projects What We Offer • Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match • Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement • Paid holidays and vacation time What do our employees have to say? “It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.” “Lots of growth opportunity.” “The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.” Not just a job—a great place to work! Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.