Matalco Inc. · 10 hours ago
Engineering - Controls Engineer
Franklin, KY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expMatalco is seeking a Controls Engineer for their Franklin, KY plant to ensure all automation performs as expected and to resolve maintenance issues efficiently. The role involves developing and maintaining automation programs, reporting KPIs, and leading process improvements to support production and maintenance teams.
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Responsibilities
Develop and maintain automation programs, systems, and processes to ensure safe, fast, and efficient completion of finished customer products
Develop, maintain, report, and communicate KPIs and metrics, to ensure accurate information is correct and available to the stakeholders
Demonstrate specialty knowledge in required and applicable areas such as IT interfacing (servers, technical infrastructure, PC’s), report analysis and/or industrial maintenance projects to improve processes and maintain high standards
Lead by example by fostering an environment where employees will willingly make extra effort to exceed goals
Look for opportunities to improve our processes and develop a lean, responsive, and knowledgeable workforce
Respond to and resolve breakdowns, discrepancies or non-conforming machine performance for the Production or Maintenance teams to make appropriate corrections or adjustments to processes
Model and promote exemplary safety behaviors
Assist leadership with communication and compliance of company strategic initiatives
Qualification
Required
BS or equivalent experience preferred
At least 2-3 years programming knowledge
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
Knowledge of Allen Bradley 5000 series PLC software; connected components
Excellent knowledge and understanding of PLCs, HMI ladder logic software/ programming, and SCADA systems
Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, combustion, electrical, and mechanical systems
Meticulous attention to detail with strong research and problem-solving abilities
Good math, reading, and blueprint reading skills
Excellent communication, customer service, and people skills
Preferred
Willing to work overtime, answer calls, and work other shifts when needs arise
Benefits
Market-competitive compensation and benefits package
Company
Matalco Inc.
Matalco Inc. is an aluminum billet and slab manufacturer with 7 facilities across North America.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-06-09
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