Electrical Controls Technician

In recent years, Double Good has seen 40% year over year growth, and we’re excited about our future! We’re excited about the possibility of you joining our mission. We are looking for an Electrical Controls Technician (2nd Shift) to join our growing team.

Location - This is a fully onsite position based at our Burr Ridge, IL facility.

Work Schedule - Second shift, primarily working from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM.

About the role:

Keep second-shift production and packaging lines running by troubleshooting and repairing electrical and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) control systems alongside Maintenance, and by delivering small controls improvements that reduce downtime.

Scope and Range:

Works with limited day-to-day supervision on 2nd shift as the primary controls resource supporting Maintenance. Troubleshoots and corrects faults independently using schematics, PLC diagnostics, and standard procedures. Escalates program changes, safety-circuit modifications, and complex or recurring problems to Engineering before implementing them.

Works within established lockout/tagout (LOTO), electrical safety, and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) procedures. Does not modify safety-rated logic or safety circuits without Engineering approval and revalidation of system. Provides clear shift handoff to 1st shift Maintenance and Engineering.

Responsibilities:

• Support 2nd shift Maintenance: troubleshoot and repair electrical and controls faults on high-speed production and packaging equipment, including control panels, motors, VFDs (variable frequency drives), servo drives, sensors and photo eyes, temperature controllers, heating elements, and communication networks.
• PLC troubleshooting: diagnose faults online in Studio 5000 Logix Designer on Allen-Bradley controllers: trace logic, check I/O status, interpret fault codes, and make program changes.
• Drawings and schematics: read and troubleshoot from electrical schematics; create simple electrical drawings and circuits; mark up and update as-built drawings in AutoCAD Electrical so documentation stays current after repairs and changes.
• Root cause and improvement: convert repeat failures into corrective actions and small improvement projects that reduce downtime, in coordination with Engineering.
• Safe electrical work: perform all work in compliance with LOTO, NFPA 70E, and arc-flash PPE (personal protective equipment) requirements, including work on energized equipment only when permitted by procedure.
• Equipment installation support: assist with wiring, checkout, and startup of new equipment and capital projects as assigned.
• Documentation: record work performed, failure cause, and parts used on work orders in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System); submit parts requests; keep PLC program backups and shift notes current.
• Food safety: know and follow GMP and all food safety guidelines, including foreign-material control and sanitary work practices around food-contact equipment.

Other Job Functions:

• Coach 2nd shift maintenance technicians on controls troubleshooting techniques and PLC/HMI (Human-Machine Interface) fault diagnosis.
• Participate in equipment risk assessments, including HRN (Hazard Rating Number) scoring, and help close out resulting actions.
• Support preventive maintenance and reliability activities related to electrical and controls equipment.
• Be available for overtime or call-in support for urgent breakdowns, and weekend project work as business needs require.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience & Skills we value:

• Hands-on PLC programming and online troubleshooting experience with Allen-Bradley controllers using Studio 5000 Logix Designer, including ladder logic.
• Ability to create simple electrical control drawings from scratch (such as motor start/stop circuits and interlocks) using correct symbols and wiring conventions.
• Ability to read and troubleshoot from electrical schematics and panel drawings.
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems: motors, contactors and starters, relays, VFDs, sensors, and 24 VDC and AC control circuits; proficient with a multimeter and clamp meter.
• Working knowledge of LOTO and electrical safety practices (NFPA 70E).
• Systematic, independent troubleshooting approach; able to work with limited supervision on 2nd shift.
• Clear written and verbal communication, including shift handoff and repair documentation.
• Computer proficiency (laptop-based programming tools, email, CMMS, Excel).
• 3+ years of industrial maintenance or controls troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of hands-on Allen-Bradley PLC programming and troubleshooting in RSLogix 5000 / Studio 5000.
• High school diploma or GED.

Nice to have and/or you’ll learn: 

• AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical experience (preferred).
• Allen-Bradley HMI and drive experience: PanelView / FactoryTalk View, PowerFlex VFDs, Kinetix servos.
• Experience with GuardLogix / safety PLCs and safety relays.
• Industrial networking basics: EtherNet/IP, IP addressing, managed switches.
• Exposure to other platforms and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) tools, such as Beckhoff TwinCAT or Ignition (Inductive Automation).
• Experience with a CMMS and with lean or continuous-improvement environments.
• Mechanical aptitude (pneumatics, gearboxes, drive trains) to support Maintenance.
• NFPA 70E electrical safety training or certification.
• 5+ years in industrial electrical maintenance or controls, including AutoCAD Electrical for drawings.
• Food manufacturing, high-speed packaging, or high-volume fulfillment experience.
• Experience supporting new equipment installation and commissioning.
• Associate degree, technical certificate, or electrical apprenticeship in Industrial Electricity, Electrical Technology, Automation / Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering Technology.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Prolonged Standing & Movement: Ability to stand for extended periods on concrete shop floors and walk frequently between production lines, electrical panels, and shop areas.

• Overhead & Panel Work: Frequently reach into panels and above head to inspect, install, or service equipment.

• Mobility & Agility: Occasionally bend, stoop, twist, squat, crouch, or balance to access low enclosures, motors, and confined equipment.

• Climbing: Safely climb and descend stairs, ladders, and raised platforms to reach elevated equipment.

• Infrequent Movements: Crawl or work in low-level/under-equipment positions on a rare-to-occasional basis.

• Manual Effort: Push, pull, and maneuver panel doors, carts, and tool bags.

• Stationary/Desk Work: Ability to sit occasionally to review drawings, complete documentation, and work on a laptop.

Equal Pay Disclosure(s):

We’re on a mission to create more joy in people’s lives, and that includes our internal employees. We create a place people love to be a part of, where people can discover and practice their unique skill sets, a place where they can contribute and do their best work. We do this by offering our employees a competitive compensation & benefits plan.

Base Pay range for this position:

• $35.30 - $50.00 per hour plus $0.50 per hour shift differential

The final discretionary compensation that will be offered for this role depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.

Work Authorization Requirement:

This position requires current authorization to work in the United States. We do not provide visa sponsorship, including support for F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT), STEM OPT extensions, or other temporary work authorization programs.