Full-Time

Process Controls Technician

Heraeus Group

Heraeus Group

Materials technology for disinfection, solar, semiconductors

No salary listed

Dayton, OH, USA

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Category
Electrical Engineering (1)
Requirements
  • A two-year degree and/or relevant training and 5-7 years of controls experience are required OR a bachelor’s degree in engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical or equivalent) with 2 years of controls experience in an automated manufacturing environment.
  • The equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • A respect for and adherence to environmental, health and safety standards is required.
  • Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate in a professional manner are required.
  • Organizational skills, teamwork skills, the ability to multi-task, and the ability to solve problems are required.
  • Computer proficiency in a material requirement planning system as well as Microsoft Office is required.
Responsibilities
  • Monitoring and improving the plant PLC/DCS systems
  • Creation of sequences/sequential function charts for reactors and batch recipes
  • Ensure Process Automation is effectively utilized to optimize plant performance
  • Support in troubleshooting production issues related to automation
  • Provide training as needed to the chemical line operators
  • Tuning of measurement systems and control loops, including but not limited to transmitters, sensors, valves, actuators, positioners, controllers, ladder logic, and HMI systems
  • Optimization of production processes by supporting the process engineering team
  • Execute and/or support capital projects where necessary to improve the automation, measurement and control systems
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to the Operational team along with supporting Root Cause Failure Analysis efforts for production, EHS, and Quality incidents
  • Coordinate, complete, and document Pre-Startup Safety Review (PSSR), Management of Change (MOC), and process safety revalidations, to meet process safety and environmental requirements
  • Handle confidential information with care
  • Apply troubleshooting/problem solving to quickly respond to operational issues
  • Provide input to department annual budgeting where applicable
  • Adherence to Code of Conduct as applicable to job function: CoC Guideline No. 1: Guideline for the Procurement of Products and Services, No. 2: Guideline for the Prevention of Bribery in Commercial Transactions, No. 3: Guideline for the Acceptance of Precious Metals and No. 4: Guideline for the Prevention of Money Laundering and Participation in Criminal Acts
  • Implements the requirements of the Heraeus HPS EHS Development Path and GBU EHS requirements. Establishes EHS goals and targets as part of the continuous improvement process. Is aware of the EHS management system and how it applies to their area of responsibility and assures that equipment, facilities or plant(s) are operated in accordance with applicable laws and with Company EHS policies and other requirements
Desired Qualifications
  • Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLCs and HMIs and RSLogix Suite (preferred)
  • OSISoft PI System (preferred)
  • Opto 22 (preferred)
  • Ladder logic and code writing experience (preferred)
  • 4-20 mA and/or HART protocol (preferred)
  • PID loop tuning experience (preferred)
  • Instrument scaling and calibration experience (preferred)
  • Modbus (preferred)
  • Building automation systems, such as JACE, etc. (preferred)

Heraeus Group is a global, family-owned technology company that develops advanced materials and integrated solutions for disinfection, solar energy, semiconductors, and electronics. Its products include dry, chemical-free surface and air disinfection systems, SOL 7 Series solar pastes, and PowerCuSoft copper bonding ribbons, all designed to improve safety, efficiency, and performance. The company differentiates itself through its long history dating back to 1851, broad high-value portfolio, and global scale. Its goal is to help customers increase efficiency and performance by delivering targeted materials and systems across industries.

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Headquarters

Třinec, Czechia

Founded

2002

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What believers are saying

  • Revenue surged 14.6% to €29.4 billion in 2026 from €25.6 billion in 2023.
  • Precious Metals catalysts support expanding hydrogen production demands.
  • Amloy amorphous alloys provide lightweight high-strength industrial components.

What critics are saying

  • Chinese processors like Sino-Precious Metals undercut Heraeus margins by 15-25%.
  • Taiwan tensions halt semiconductor production for 6-18 months.
  • EV slowdown cuts power electronics revenue by 20-30%.

What makes Heraeus Group unique

  • Heraeus Noblelight offers Handheld Disinfection System for chemical-free surface disinfection.
  • SOL 7 Series pastes from Heraeus Photovoltaics boost solar cell power output.
  • PowerCuSoft copper bonding ribbons enhance power module reliability.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Tuition assistance

Professional Development Budget

Pet Insurance

Gym Membership

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