Industrial Control Technician
Stoughton Trailers · Stoughton, WI
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Controls
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 18 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level controls role at Stoughton Trailers (automotive) in Stoughton, WI. Calibrate, align, troubleshoot, and repair equipment using.
- They ask for
- 1+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- OEE, PLC, Robotics, Automation, CNC, Welding
- Openings
- 2 with this title at this site
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How this role compares
Against 22 other live controls postings in Wisconsin.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (1+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 78%
- ✓ Automation 70%
- ✓ Robotics 39%
- Team leadership 30%
- ✓ Welding 30%
- ✓ EHS / safety 22%
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This plant: Stoughton Trailers in Stoughton
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Full description from Stoughton TrailersAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
⏱️ Overtime: Required as business needs
What You’ll Do -
You will support the maintenance and improvement of industrial automation and controls systems while maintaining a strong focus on safety, reliability, and learning.
Education & Experience
- ✓Preferred: Two‑year degree in Automation, Robotics, Controls, Electrical, or related field
- ✓Required: 1+ year of experience in automation, robotics, or industrial controls
requirements
are outlined in the Maintenance Physical Demands Checklist .
Why This Role Matters -
The Industrial Controls Technician I plays a foundational role in supporting Stoughton Trailers’ automation strategy and Industry 4.0 initiatives . By maintaining and improving control systems, this role helps prevent downtime, protect equipment, and enable efficient, data‑driven manufacturing. It is an ideal entry point for technicians seeking to grow into advanced controls, automation, or electrical leadership roles within Stoughton Trailers.
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Position Details
🕒 Schedule: Monday - Friday
💼 1st S hift: 5:30 am - 4:00 pm 💼 2nd Shift: 4:30 pm - 3:00 am
Controls, Automation & Equipment Support
- •Support production and facility equipment through emergency, routine, and preventive maintenance
- •Work with a wide variety of equipment, including:
- •CNC machines, robotics, PLC and control systems
- •Pumps, welders, presses, punches, shears, conveyors, cranes, and hoists
- •HVAC systems, electrical systems, hydraulic, pneumatic, and paint equipment
- •Work with electrical components such as relays, sensors, AC/DC motors, servo systems, drives, and pneumatic systems
- •Assist with PLC and HMI program creation and modification
- •Troubleshoot electrical and control systems operating from 5 VAC up to 600 VAC
Reliability, Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement
- •Provide troubleshooting and production reliability support in collaboration with Maintenance, Production, and Engineering
- •Assist with diagnosing, locating, and repairing complex equipment failures using root‑cause analysis tools
- •Calibrate, align, troubleshoot, and repair equipment using:
- •Electrical schematics and prints
- •Diagrams, manuals, and engineering specifications
- •Monitor equipment performance and help reduce downtime using sound maintenance practices
- •Identify and support improvement opportunities to enhance safety, quality, OEE, delivery, and productivity
Documentation, Systems & Coordination
- •Serve as a support resource for maintaining electrical and controls documentation
- •Assist in maintaining PLC and HMI backups and control drawings
- •Coordinate with OEM and trade contractors to ensure work is completed safely and correctly
- •Support CMMS usage, maintenance inventory tracking, and database updates
- •Provide technical support to engineers and project managers on automation projects
Safety, Training & Teamwork
- •Follow all job and environmental safety requirements, including:
- •Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- •Electrical safety and Arc Flash prevention
- •Confined space, fall protection, and hazardous material handling
- •Safely operate tools and equipment, including:
- •Multimeters, hand and power tools
- •Forklifts, aerial lifts, and overhead cranes
- •Perform assigned tasks in a safe, efficient, timely, and accurate manner
- •Maintain reliable attendance and support mandatory overtime
- •Provide own tools and complete required training
- •Perform other duties as assigned
What You Bring -
Licenses & Certifications
- •NFPA 70E Certification (Required)
- •OSHA Certification (Preferred)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- •Ability to create, modify, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programs
- •Ability to read and interpret electrical prints and schematics
- •Willingness to learn advanced automation, control, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- •Basic computer and multi‑meter skills
- •Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and accept feedback
- •Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- •Basic math skills, including fractions
- •Willingness to participate in additional trade or technical education
Core Competencies
- •Troubleshooting and analytical thinking
- •Followership and engagement
- •Safety awareness
- •Continuous learning mindset
Training & Development
- •Required and ongoing safety and technical training, which may include:
- •Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- •Forklift and crane operation
- •Aerial lift training
- •Arc Flash, special LOTO, confined space
- •Respirator and spiro testing
Work Environment & Physical Expectations
This position requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation . Work is performed in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to electrical systems, machinery, heights, and physical demands. Additional