What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Technician position at Winpak and Careers?
Winpak Films Inc. is seeking a Controls Technician to join their Maintenance Department based out of Senoia, GA. In this role, you will be responsible for launching, troubleshooting, maintaining, and upgrading automated control systems across a variety of production machinery. Your expertise will directly support production continuity, equipment reliability, and process improvements aligned with Winpak’s mission of safety, quality, and operational excellence.
If you’re passionate about hands-on controls work, project ownership, and making a direct impact on manufacturing performance, this is the opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with OEM reps to understand logic documentation and troubleshoot new installations.
- Install and upgrade control systems compatible with legacy equipment.
- Organize and manage PLC files and ladder logic backups.
- Train Maintenance Technicians on PLCs and automation systems.
- Provide technical support for infrastructure, modification, and implementation of control systems.
- Partner with IT for system integration and ensure proper backups of control programs.
- Troubleshoot failures and assist with preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
- Design and maintain control systems for operator-machine and machine-machine communication.
- Provide data analysis for control investments and support lean and quality initiatives.
- Carry out validations and qualifications for equipment and processes.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, including controls systems.
- Proven experience troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems.
- Ability to work off-hours and weekends as required.
- Electrical controls experience with PLCs and drives (various manufacturers).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification or diploma in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Controls, or Industrial Electronic Technology.
- Experience in shop floor and preventive maintenance processes.
- Familiarity with Process Controls, MES systems, and documentation.
- Strong data orientation with analytical and project leadership skills.
- Experience managing backups and IT systems integrations for automation equipment.
Additional Details:
This position is from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday - Friday.
May require additional hours during scheduled shutdowns or emergency response.
This position is 100% onsite at our blown film extrusion facility in Senoia, GA.
Physical Demands: Must be able to lift and move objects up to 90 lbs., climb stairs, and work in hot, noisy environments. Requires 80% standing/walking and 20% sitting.
Why Winpak?
Winpak is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to support the physical, mental, financial and social well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit package includes the following:
- Medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage
- Travel coverage
- Disability coverage
- Voluntary life insurance
- Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Tuition assistance program
- Retirement savings plans
- A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short term counselling, wellbeing coaching, financial and legal consultations services.
Winpak’s vision is to provide the best packaging solutions for people and planet. We are a leading supplier of innovative packaging solutions, known for providing high-quality products that meet the needs of a variety of industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. With a commitment to sustainability, safety, and excellence, Winpak continues to grow as a global leader in the packaging industry.
At Winpak, inclusion is one of our core values. We believe that an inclusive culture fosters a sense of belonging, drives innovation, and provides our brand a competitive advantage. Our goal is to create an environment free from harassment and discrimination, and where every individual feels respected, valued, and appreciated.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to an equitable and inclusive recruitment process, evaluating applicants based on merit, capability, and qualifications related to the job - never on identity factors such as race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, national origin, or any other protected status. To support this commitment, if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. Accommodations are available during the recruitment process upon request.
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