Electrical Process Controls Technician

Job Title: Electrical Process Controls Technician

Why consider a career at MLC?

MLC was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces & received an EcoVadis Sustainability Rating for our continued commitment to sustainability.

• Highly collaborative work environment focused on growth and innovation
• Safety and sustainability are top priorities
• Excellent compensation, benefits, generous perks; focused on employee wellbeing
• Great development and advancement opportunities
• Bring your real self to work, come grow with us!

MLC operates the largest lime facility in the Americas and mines some of the purest limestone reserves in the world…and we are global! The company is committed to development and employee satisfaction. Join our outstanding team!

Benefits & Professional Growth

MLC offers a competitive and thoughtfully designed rewards package that supports both financial security and long-term career development:

• 401(k) Plan The company matches a portion of employee 401(k) contributions and also provides an additional employer-funded contribution, regardless of employee participation, to help support long‑term retirement savings.
• Tuition Reimbursement Reimbursement for 100% of approved eligible education expenses after six months of employment to support continued learning and career advancement.
• Vacation and Holiday Pay Employees receive paid vacation as well as recognized company-paid holidays to support work-life balance throughout the year.
• Health Savings & Wellness Benefits Employer HSA contributions for medical plan participants, a comprehensive wellness program, and $100 annually toward a gym membership.
• Disability & Employee Assistance Coverage Company‑provided disability insurance and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering mental health, financial, and personal support resources.
• Incentive Program Eligibility for performance-based incentive opportunities aligned with individual and organizational success.
• Career Growth & Development Opportunities Access to professional development resources and opportunities within a growing, global organization.
• Coming soon…Student Loan Reimbursement assistance

About the Job

The Process Controls Technician supports safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations by maintaining and optimizing industrial automation, instrumentation, and control systems throughout the facility.

• Troubleshoot and maintain PLC, SCADA, HMI, and industrial control systems
• Support plant reliability through control system monitoring, diagnostics, and corrective actions
• Assist with electrical, motor control, VFD, and instrumentation troubleshooting
• Monitor and optimize process control loops to improve process stability and product quality
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify and implement improvements
• Support equipment outages, commissioning activities, and plant startup efforts
• Develop and update electrical drawings, control system documentation, and programming standards
• Lead small automation and instrumentation projects from design through installation and commissioning

Required Qualifications

• Certificate in Electrical Automation Technology or a related electrical/automation program from an accredited technical or community college
• Three (3) years of experience in industrial electrical maintenance, industrial automation, process controls, or a related technical field
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, blueprints, and technical documentation
• Working knowledge of industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, motor controls, and troubleshooting practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with operations, maintenance, engineering, and leadership teams
• Commitment to safe work practices and compliance with applicable safety procedures and standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Automation, Controls Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a related field
• Experience with Rockwell Studio 5000, AVEVA System Platform, ThinManager, and AutoCAD Electrical
• PLC programming and troubleshooting experience in a manufacturing or heavy industrial environment
• Experience supporting SCADA, HMI, and industrial network systems
• Knowledge of process instrumentation, PID control loops, VFDs, and control system optimization
• Experience commissioning automation systems and supporting capital projects
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail
• Strong customer-service mindset with the ability to effectively support operations and maintenance teams

The Fine Print

Benefits and perquisites may vary based on the nature and location of each job.

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About MLC

MLC, headquartered in St. Louis, Mo., is a leading global supplier of high-calcium lime products and technical solutions. These offerings bring essential performance and value to a broad range of market applications, including metals, construction, chemical synthesis, water and emissions treatment, glass, textiles, plastics, rubber, agriculture, foods and beverages. With over a century in business, MLC has built a reputation on the quality of its products and services, as well as an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service. The company’s expanding global footprint includes a diversified, reliable network of production and distribution facilities in the U.S., as well as in the UK through our Singleton Birch business. For more information, visit https://www.mlc.com/.