• Controls Technician

    Actalent (Columbus, OH)


    Job Title: Controls TechnicianJob Description

     

    We are seeking a skilled Controls Technician to support a commissioning and validation project for a Controls OEM. This role is a long-term consulting position, working on the 2nd shift from 3pm to 11pm.

    Responsibilities

    + Strictly follow company safety and cGMP policies and procedures.

    + Provide operational shift support for process control applications using PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and vision systems.

    + Apply engineering principles of process automation to provide technical support for automated warehouse, guided vehicles, and manufacturing production.

    + Implement control system troubleshooting support for the ASRS integrated system.

    + Make automated process changes to improve equipment performance or upgrade equipment technologies.

    + Participate in technical root cause analysis, incident investigations, and troubleshooting on automation control issues related to electrical, instrumentation, and control systems.

    + Perform required work in a GMP-regulated manufacturing setting.

    + Implement Preventative and Corrective maintenance.

    + Ensure strict adherence to GMP and maintain accurate GMP documentation following ALCOA+ principles.

    + Support project management efforts for automation-related projects.

    + Manage Automation Systems lifecycle including controlled changes, software versioning, and control system qualification, ensuring all changes are properly documented and approved.

    + Support Data Integrity Assessments.

    + Maintain automated warehouse systems using Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems.

    + Support Continuous Improvement initiatives focusing on Safety, Reliability, Efficiency, and Environmental sustainability.

    + Implement Business Process Improvements including departmental SOPs and job plans to ensure all maintenance operations are performed safely and reliably.

    Essential Skills

    + PLC programming expertise.

    + Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs.

    + Automation Equipment knowledge.

    + Experience in IO Check Outs.

    + 5+ years of experience as a Controls Technician.

    + Equipment Commissioning and Troubleshooting experience.

    + Strong Electrical skills.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Associate Degree Preferred.

    + Experience in Equipment Installation is preferred.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Work on-site at a very clean and brand new pharmaceutical environment, collaborating with top-class systems integrators and Controls house.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $39.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.