Valmet · 6 hours ago
Industrial Controls Technician
Shrewsbury, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expValmet is a leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries. They are seeking an Industrial Controls Technician to perform machine maintenance activities, ensuring equipment and facilities are safe and reliable to a high-performance standard.
IndustrialManufacturingMechanical EngineeringIndustrial Automation
Responsibilities
Will be responsible for troubleshooting and repairing mechanical and electrical problems by interpreting machine error messages and information obtained from operators
Have prior field maintenance experience with CNC machines
Able to recognize machine issues proactively and provide preventive maintenance in partnership with machine operators (e.g., maintain oil/grease levels; air, hydraulic, hydrostatic, coolant system maintenance)
Respond with a sense of urgency to equipment issued to minimize downtown. Actively troubleshooting CNC machines and controls issues (electrical/ electronic, hardware/software) so the equipment can resume operation as soon as possible
Mechanical Maintenance: Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on automated systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, and conveyors
System Diagnostics: Diagnose and repair control and mechanical system issues
PLC Programming: Program and troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLCs
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum 3 years of experience in mechanical and/or electrical repair of CNC machine tools
Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment; willingness to accept responsibility and take initiative; and drive to finish assigned tasks on schedule
Prior field maintenance experience with CNC machines
Able to recognize machine issues proactively and provide preventive maintenance in partnership with machine operators (e.g., maintain oil/grease levels; air, hydraulic, hydrostatic, coolant system maintenance)
Respond with a sense of urgency to equipment issued to minimize downtime. Actively troubleshooting CNC machines and controls issues (electrical/electronic, hardware/software) so the equipment can resume operation as soon as possible
Mechanical Maintenance: Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on automated systems, including hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, and conveyors
System Diagnostics: Diagnose and repair control and mechanical system issues
PLC Programming: Program and troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLCs
Preferred
Familiarity with Fanuc controls
Benefits
Generous wage and benefits package
Pension
401k with company match
Company
Valmet
Valmet is a global developer and supplier of technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.35BKey Investors
European Investment Bank
2025-12-22Post Ipo Debt
2025-12-12Post Ipo Debt· $440.38M
2025-05-15Post Ipo Debt· $503.64M
Leadership Team
Thomas Hinnerskov
President and CEO
Jon Jested-Rask
Executive Vice President - Tissue
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