Controls Technician - Food/Packaging

Edison, NJ

Full-time $85,000.00 - $100,000.00

Posted 05/07/2025

Title: Controls Technician - Food/Packaging
Location: Edison, New Jersey - ON SITE
Salary: $85,000-$100,000 + Quarterly and Yearly Bonus

Working Hours: Monday - Friday 2PM-10PM

What You Will Be Doing

Maintain automation systems including PLC's, HMI's, inverters, servos, robotics,
network components, and computers.
Troubleshooting of all controls issues as well as assisting maintenance in
troubleshooting other issues using PLC's.
Make changes to controls programs as needed to improve the system or to fix issues.
Assist in the startup of new equipment, including IP addressing, acquiring all
programs, and verifying the ability to connect and manage the new equipment.
Maintain backups and change logs for all backups.
Report any changes made to the program review group.
Facilitate training mechanics to handle basic electrical troubleshooting and
component replacements.
Support engineering staff as needed with department management.
Assist in any breakdowns and floor calls as needed.
Must be on call off hours for trouble shooting from remote and on-site as necessary.
Coverage for the assistant engineer and/or chief engineer in their absence.

What You Need for this Position

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 2 years experience in automation controls in an industrial operation.
Food manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.
Must be fluent with Allen Bradley systems including SLC and Logix PLC platforms,
Panelview HMI's, PowerFlex inverters, Kinetix servo amplifiers, etc.
Ability to read and update electrical schematics.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems as well as wire in new components.
An understanding of Ethernet networking is required.
PC setup and trouble shooting abilities are needed.
Must be very confident with office software, especially spreadsheets.
Understanding of the mechanical systems is crucial to success in this role.

Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD/STD, 401k w/ matching) and more!

If interested can you provide an updated resume & hourly pay requirements to KELLY.TAYLOR@CYBERCODERS.COM

For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.

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Employees will receive paid leave to the extent required by state or local law. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/07/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

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