1st Shift Automation and Controls Technician (Grade G, $29.50-$36.61)
BorgWarner - Arden, NC
Hiring: 1st Shift Automation and Controls Technician (Grade G, $29.50-$36.61) Company: BorgWarner Location: Arden, NC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:58:58 Employment Type: Full-time / On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly, AutoCAD, CAD, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, PLC, SCADA About the job Experience: •3+ years of experience on a manufacturing floor working with technical issues and material flow preferred Required Skills: •Serve as a liaison between engineering and production, assisting with the implementation of safety, quality, and process improvements •Coordinate with manufacturing managers, engineers, vendors, and customers to ensure satisfaction and effective communication •Facilitate complex department projects, including planning, scheduling, training, implementation, and documentation of solutions •Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues on assembly lines and automation equipment •Assist in the design, development, and programming of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), and SCADA systems under engineering guidance. •Support commissioning, debugging, and troubleshooting of automation equipment and control systems. •Interface directly with sensors, actuators, motors, and vision systems for process automation •Assist with installation and upgrades of production equipment, collaborating with equipment suppliers and contractors Qualifications: •Standing, walking, talking, hearing, and using hands/fingers to handle or feel may be required •May need to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally •May be exposed to moderate heat, light dust, fumes, and occasional adverse weather conditions •Adequate hearing protection required for noise levels above 85 decibels •Customer Focus Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect. •Action Oriented Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging. •Functional/Technical Skills Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment. •Informing Provides individuals information so that they can make accurate decisions; is timely with information. •Listening Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the options of others even when he/she disagrees. •Learning on the Fly Learns quickly when facing new problems; open to change; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks. Compensation: •Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!