Novolex · 15 hours ago
Controls Technician
Canandaigua, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$60K/yr - $99K/yr
5+ years expNovolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries. The Controls Technician will provide support for the reliability of all automation and control systems throughout the facility, working closely with plant personnel to perform tests, diagnostics, repairs, and improvements to equipment.
ManufacturingLogisticsPackaging ServicesPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Drive a zero EHS incident culture, support and participate in incident investigations to determine root cause and identify preventive actions, correct unsafe conditions and acts immediately, and use every incident or near miss as a teaching moment for others
Monitor, adjust, calibrate and repair manufacturing equipment, instruments, fixtures, etc
Conduct in-depth PLC, HMI, motor and drive troubleshooting and provide effective solutions – Allen Bradley required with at least one other manufacturer (i.e. Mitsubishi, Schneider, GE, Opto 22, etc.)
Read and modify PLC ladder diagrams
Perform electrical and electronic installations and modifications including drives and programming controllers
Working knowledge of AC vector and servo drive technology
Understand in-depth electric circuitry, electronics and electromechanical concepts - AC and DC, Sinking / Sourcing, Analog, etc
Troubleshoot and maintain Fanuc robotic automation. (Palletizers, Case erectors, Pick and Place)
Basic understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics and mechanical concepts
Basic understanding of PC components
Interpret all levels of drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, specifications, etc. Knowledge of CAD system (i.e. AutoCAD, Vizio, etc.)
Stay up to date with the latest state-of-the-art automation and control techniques
Utilize problem solving techniques including PDCA to solve problems to root cause, implement actions that prevent reoccurrence, improve operations, etc
Supply higher level technical assistance to plant shift electrician team
Provide training to all levels of the organization
Ability to supervise contractors to minimize scheduled and unscheduled downtimes
Maintain and manage the engineering department technical procedures, manuals and drawings, including records of as-built equipment and process changes
Occasional need to work flexible hours. May include weekend and/or holiday work, subject to call-ins
Qualification
Required
High school graduate or equivalent required
Apprenticeship or equivalent training
Minimum five years of industrial maintenance experience with extensive automation and controls work
Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft applications, Outlook, SAP, etc
Knowledge OSHA Electrical Standards, National Electric Code (NEC)
Strong troubleshooting skills and logic to solve problems to root cause
Proactive and self-motivated to work effectively with minimal supervision
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to make decisions under time constraints and tight deadlines
Able to interact with other associates in a team-oriented environment
Preferred
Associate's degree in maintenance or industrial technology preferred
Benefits
401(k) plan with company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Paid vacation and sick days
Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Wellness program
Company
Novolex
Novolex is a packaging and food services company that serves customers in retail, grocery service, institutional, and industrial markets.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-02-14Acquired
Leadership Team
Stanley Bikulege
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Dennis Norman
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-07
Precedence Research
2025-12-05
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