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Additionally, they will help execute the strategy for Factory Controls IT Asset Health Check Program.\n\nResponsibilities include supporting the Controls Engineer and Senior Controls Technicians on site and regional projects and supporting Area Coverage Technicians with controls related work and other complex troubleshooting as needed. Key concepts of the role include, but not limited to, developing control concepts, program design, coding and implementation, instrumentation selection and operator interface development.\nAdditionally, the Controls Technician also executes the modification and installation of control systems utilizing the Change Control process for assigned areas; transfers knowledge of control systems and electrical projects; supports and maintains controls systems for assigned areas, and operator interface systems.\nMinimum Qualifications\n\n2-year Technical Degree/Certificate (Electrical/Electronic/Controls/Automation) or equivalent experience\n1 -2 years Instrumentation Electrical, Electronics, or Factory Controls IT experience, including production system troubleshooting and problem resolution\nMust be able to work independently on live electrical panels\nMinimum of 1 year time in role in your current position\nSuccessfully completed Controls Access Training through WAC Technical Training Lab and validated with Controls Team\nPreferred Qualifications\n\n2 years Instrumentation Electrical, Electronics, or Factory Controls IT experience, including production system troubleshooting and problem resolution\nFamiliar with Virtual Infrastructure Administration, Server Administration, Database Administration\nFamiliar with Cisco Equipment Architecture\nFamiliar with Factory IT / Cybersecurity\nKey responsibilities:\nDelivery of Control IT Solutions related Services\n\nProvide support to Operations, Industrial Engineering, and Engineering teams for the delivery of Factory Controls and IT initiatives.\nAssist with engineering projects by contributing to the design and checkout of control systems.\nCoordinate and support activities of contractors, controls technicians, and other associates during installation of instrumentation, PLC-based control systems, and PC-based operator interfaces.\nDevelop job aids, user guides, system documentation, standard operating procedures, and training materials for plant automation systems primarily in their area of responsibility.\nIdentify improvement opportunities and recommend changes to enhance plant performance.\nContribute to the development and maintenance of site engineering standards for programming and system design.\nPerform programming, testing, and debugging for new systems and enhancements to existing systems.\nModify and maintain applications such as Wonderware, Rockwell, Siemens, ZPI, and Traksys to support engineering projects.\nProvide technical support for control technologies across Level I, Level II, Level III, and Factory IT systems.\nProvide Input for Factory Control IT Asset Health Check Program For Their Area of Responsibility\n\nAssess the lifecycle stage of each infrastructure solution and service, and develop an appropriate action plan to ensure reliability, compliance, and performance.\nBusiness Engagement and Communication (for assigned areas)\n\nProvide support on topics related to Factory Controls and IT Infrastructure.\nCommunicate and deliver training on Factory Controls IT Infrastructure solutions and services to engineering, maintenance, and production teams as needed.\nDemonstrate expertise in Factory Controls IT, with a clear understanding of business challenges and opportunities for improvement.\nTroubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs, instrumentation, and electrical equipment effectively.\nCollaborate with shift-based production and maintenance teams to address breakdowns or reliability issues involving control systems.\nMaintain a high level of technical competency through continuous learning and application.\nTrain and assist non-technical users in operating plant floor automation systems.\nWhat can you expect from Mars?\n\nWork with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.\nJoin a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.\nA strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including 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Additionally, they will help execute the strategy for Factory Controls IT Asset Health Check Program.\n\nResponsibilities include supporting the Controls Engineer and Senior Controls Technicians on site and regional projects and supporting Area Coverage Technicians with controls related work and other complex troubleshooting as needed. Key concepts of the role include, but not limited to, developing control concepts, program design, coding and implementation, instrumentation selection and operator interface development.\nAdditionally, the Controls Technician also executes the modification and installation of control systems utilizing the Change Control process for assigned areas; transfers knowledge of control systems and electrical projects; supports and maintains controls systems for assigned areas, and operator interface systems.\nMinimum Qualifications\n\n2-year Technical Degree/Certificate (Electrical/Electronic/Controls/Automation) or equivalent experience\n1 -2 years Instrumentation Electrical, Electronics, or Factory Controls IT experience, including production system troubleshooting and problem resolution\nMust be able to work independently on live electrical panels\nMinimum of 1 year time in role in your current position\nSuccessfully completed Controls Access Training through WAC Technical Training Lab and validated with Controls Team\nPreferred Qualifications\n\n2 years Instrumentation Electrical, Electronics, or Factory Controls IT experience, including production system troubleshooting and problem resolution\nFamiliar with Virtual Infrastructure Administration, Server Administration, Database Administration\nFamiliar with Cisco Equipment Architecture\nFamiliar with Factory IT / Cybersecurity\nKey responsibilities:\nDelivery of Control IT Solutions related Services\n\nProvide support to Operations, Industrial Engineering, and Engineering teams for the delivery of Factory Controls and IT initiatives.\nAssist with engineering projects by contributing to the design and checkout of control systems.\nCoordinate and support activities of contractors, controls technicians, and other associates during installation of instrumentation, PLC-based control systems, and PC-based operator interfaces.\nDevelop job aids, user guides, system documentation, standard operating procedures, and training materials for plant automation systems primarily in their area of responsibility.\nIdentify improvement opportunities and recommend changes to enhance plant performance.\nContribute to the development and maintenance of site engineering standards for programming and system design.\nPerform programming, testing, and debugging for new systems and enhancements to existing systems.\nModify and maintain applications such as Wonderware, Rockwell, Siemens, ZPI, and Traksys to support engineering projects.\nProvide technical support for control technologies across Level I, Level II, Level III, and Factory IT systems.\nProvide Input for Factory Control IT Asset Health Check Program For Their Area of Responsibility\n\nAssess the lifecycle stage of each infrastructure solution and service, and develop an appropriate action plan to ensure reliability, compliance, and performance.\nBusiness Engagement and Communication (for assigned areas)\n\nProvide support on topics related to Factory Controls and IT Infrastructure.\nCommunicate and deliver training on Factory Controls IT Infrastructure solutions and services to engineering, maintenance, and production teams as needed.\nDemonstrate expertise in Factory Controls IT, with a clear understanding of business challenges and opportunities for improvement.\nTroubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs, instrumentation, and electrical equipment effectively.\nCollaborate with shift-based production and maintenance teams to address breakdowns or reliability issues involving control systems.\nMaintain a high level of technical competency through continuous learning and application.\nTrain and assist non-technical users in operating plant floor automation systems.\nWhat can you expect from Mars?\n\nWork with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.\nJoin a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.\nA strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.\nAn industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.","datePosted":"2026-08-05T13:07:22.568Z","dateModified":"2026-08-05T13:07:22.568Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Mars","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Waco","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"4d549b8a1d63f9c84777d29a"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/4d549b8a1d63f9c84777d29a"}}