Full time

Engineering

Controls Engineer

Plastipak Packaging, Inc.Medina, OH🇺🇸United StatesPosted 6 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Thrive in a hybrid role at Plastipak Packaging, Inc. as a Controls Engineer, where you'll gain valuable experience in programming high-speed packaging equipment and managing automation projects, perfect for those with strong PLC and HMI skills seeking impactful engineering challenges. Embrace opportunities for continuous learning and contribute to a leading packaging solutions provider while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package.

Quick Overview

Work Type

Hybrid

Schedule

Full Time

Level

Mid Senior

Job Description

As the Controls Engineer at Plastipak, you will be responsible for all controls and automation programming for our Medina, OH, location. This includes programming the control logic and debugging existing code for high-speed packaging equipment.

You Will:

Design, implement, and debug PLC programs with Allen-Bradley and Keyence for new equipment, as well as develop and implement Human-Machine Interface (HMI)
Oversee the annual plant electrical preventative maintenance and IR Scan
Participate in electrical troubleshooting for high-speed packaging equipment
Manage electronics and robotics project selection and installation
Coordinate and work with all electrical vendors as needed

You Have:

A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering is highly preferred
Minimum of 7 years of PLC programming skills and HMI integration/programming skills required with programs such as Allen Bradley PLC5, SLC500, Compact Logix, and Keyence are required
Robot programming – Fanuc is highly preferred

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

Wellness Programs
Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
EAP, Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
Accidental Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
Paid Company Holidays
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Caregiving via Care.com
Pet Insurance
Tuition Assistance Program
Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
Travel Assistance
Employee Discount Programs

*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Skills

Robotics

PLC Programming

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