MSI Express

MSI Express

Mechanical Electrical Controls Technician - 1st Shift

Grand Prairie, TX · Mid

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 10 days ago
CompliancePLCElectrical EngineeringControlsGMPFDA RegulatoryCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingOSHAHACCPFood Safety

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About the role

  • The Mechanical Electrical Controls Technician (MEC Technician) is accountable for maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimizing electrical control systems and automation equipment at a single food manufacturing site.
  • The MEC Technician plays a critical role in supporting equipment uptime, implementing control system improvements, and collaborating with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to resolve technical issues.
  • In addition to controls work, this role is responsible for mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and ensuring optimal performance of production and utility systems.

Responsibilities

  • This role ensures that all control systems operate reliably and safely to support production efficiency, product quality, and regulatory compliance (e.g., HACCP, GMP, FDA, USDA).
  • Maintain clean work practices to prevent contamination in production environments.
  • Support and enforce machine guarding, LOTO, and proper sanitation procedures.
  • Automation & Controls Support
  • Maintain and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, servos, sensors, motor controls, and other I/O systems.

Requirements

  • Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology, Industrial Automation, or a related field.
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley and knowledge of additional controls platforms as required, such as Siemens and Omron.
  • Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, and food safety requirements in a regulated production setting.
  • Experience with troubleshooting and maintaining control systems in high-speed manufacturing.
  • Working knowledge of mechanical systems such as pumps, gearboxes, and conveyors.
  • Knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, and food manufacturing regulations.
  • Familiarity with automation system integration and process control strategies.
  • Use required PPE, including arc-flash protection, hearing protection, and eye protection.
  • 3+ years of experience in controls or automation within a food manufacturing or industrial environment. Experience with mechanical systems maintenance and troubleshooting is strongly preferred.
  • Strong proof of understanding of industrial control systems including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, electronics, instrumentation and sensors. Working knowledge of mechanical systems such as pumps, gearboxes, and conveyors.
  • Understanding of documentation requirements for regulated environments.

Nice to have

  • Technical certifications in PLC programming, industrial controls, or electrical systems are preferred.
  • 3+ years of experience in controls or automation within a food manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Experience with mechanical systems maintenance and troubleshooting is strongly preferred.

Skills

  • Proficient in troubleshooting and programming PLCs and HMIs.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Curiosity
  • a desire to learn
  • A "lean-in" mentality: don't wait to be asked
  • rather, identify, recommend and implement improvement ideas
  • Effective communication and collaboration within and across departments.
  • Skilled in reading and interpreting electrical schematics and control diagrams.
  • Abilities:
  • Ability to follow and promote a safety-first and food-safe culture.
  • Ability to respond swiftly and effectively to equipment failures and control system issues.
  • Ability to work in a physically demanding environment including standing, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Company info

  • Follow and promote all company-directed safety policies and procedures.
  • Perform all tasks safely following OSHA and company safety policies.
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