Controls Technician

Position Summary

The Controls Specialist is responsible for leading the implementation and integration of the Ignition SCADA system and associated electrical controls across key plant areas, including 2 Extruder systems, Spray Dry, and Coating. This role will provide technical expertise in design development, technical reviews, and execution during installation, commissioning, validation, and ongoing maintenance phases. The position will also support daily electrical and controls optimization and troubleshooting.

• Implement and integrate Ignition SCADA system and related controls.
• Support design development and participate in technical reviews for electrical control systems.
• Execute installation, commissioning, and validation activities for controls projects.
• Provide troubleshooting and optimization for electrical and control systems.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure seamless upgrades and system reliability.
• Maintain and update electrical wiring schematics and relay logic diagrams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards during all phases of work.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to define equipment requirements for new product introductions.
• Train and mentor less experienced maintenance staff, sharing your knowledge and best practices.

• Associate degree or equivalent technical training in Electrical Engineering, Automation or related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in electrical controls and automation within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in the maintenance and installation of industrial controls systems, PLCs, PCs, and plant automation.
• Understanding of TPM and similar continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in electrical wiring schematics, relay logic, and control system design.
• Experience with SCADA systems, preferably Ignition.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, and move around for extended periods.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including exposure to noise, dust, and temperature variations.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.
• Physical Strength:
  Exerts up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical Movement:
  Occasional climbing, stooping (bending body forward and down), crouching (bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine), reaching (extending arms and hands in any direction), and handling (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand or hands).

At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a wide variety of candidates, and we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

At Glanbia our culture will celebrate individuality, knowing that together we are more.