Job Description

Controls Technician

New Castle, IN

$33.50/hour + Paid Overtime + 3rd shift (night shift)

Tier 1 Automotive Supplier | Honda Programs | Japanese-Owned

We are partnered with a Tier 1 automotive supplier supporting Honda programs within a highly automated manufacturing environment. While this facility does not produce vehicles directly, it operates with a true automotive manufacturing mentality —fast-paced, safety-driven, and quality-focused, with a strict zero-defect mindset .

This Controls Technician role supports a 3-shift manufacturing operation and reports directly to the Maintenance Manager , who began his career as a Robotics Technician . Leadership is hands-on, supportive, and committed to training—while maintaining clear expectations for performance and reliability.

This role combines hands-on controls and automation work with continuous improvement, safety initiatives, and time studies when not actively troubleshooting equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLCs from scratch (primarily Allen-Bradley )
• Install, program, maintain, and troubleshoot ABB robotic systems
• Support and maintain:
• HMI systems
• VFDs
• Vision camera systems
• Automated conveyor systems
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and controls issues on automated manufacturing equipment
• Participate in continuous improvement projects , safety initiatives , and time studies
• Maintain strict adherence to quality and safety standards —nothing leaves the facility with errors
• Collaborate closely with maintenance, engineering, and production teams

Qualifications

• 1–25 years of controls experience (flexible based on technical skill level)
• Proven PLC programming experience (must be able to program from scratch)
• Hands-on experience with industrial robotics , preferably ABB
• Experience in automation, electrical troubleshooting, and manufacturing controls
• Automotive or high-speed manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Ability to work any shift within a 3-shift operation

Why This Role

• Competitive hourly pay with paid overtime
• Strong emphasis on safety, quality, and employee development
• Leadership with deep technical and robotics background
• Clean, modern, automated facility
• Long-term stability within a Tier 1 automotive environment

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift,

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