Controls Technician Jobs in Illinois
Controls Technician jobs in Illinois are consistently active, driven by the state's dense concentration of manufacturing, food processing, automotive assembly, and building automation industries, with openings at every level from entry-level apprentice through senior systems integrator. Chicago, Rockford, and Joliet are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers like Siemens, Caterpillar, and Honeywell, all of which maintain significant Illinois operations. The most in-demand specialties in the Illinois market are PLC programming, SCADA systems, and industrial process control. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We Offer
Set Schedules: We offer 12-hour shifts & a unique rotating standard schedule!
Convenience: Our food-grade clean & climate-controlled facility is located right off I-72 & I-57!
Advancement: We follow a strong promote-from-within business practice!
Premium pay & benefits, including 18 days of paid time off a year!
You Will
Use your knowledge of RS Logix 500, 5000, computer networking, HMI and robotics to repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment such as electric, motor, pneumatic, conveyor systems, vision systems, production equipment and plant support machines
Program Allen Bradley PLCs, HMI's, Vision Systems and networking
Engineer MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) improvements
Grow your knowledge and skills through a wide-variety of training & on-the-job experiences
You Have
Ability to work Night Shift (6:45pm-7:15am) on schedule cycle of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off, repeat
Associate's Degree (A.A. or A.S.) or equivalent is strongly preferred
Minimum of one year of electrical experience. This can be experience gained through paid or unpaid work & education
Minimum of one year of PLC or Ladder Logic Programming
Experience with FANUC robots is highly preferred
Strong ability to troubleshoot & problem solve
Physical requirement includes ability to lift & move up to 75 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation
You'll Earn
$25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Night shift includes a shift differential of $1.00 per hour
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
In order to process your job application, Plastipak collects and stores the personal information that you submit via this website. Please refer to Plastipak’s Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide.
We Offer
Set Schedules: We offer 12-hour shifts & a unique rotating standard schedule!
Convenience: Our food-grade clean & climate-controlled facility is located right off I-72 & I-57!
Advancement: We follow a strong promote-from-within business practice!
Premium pay & benefits, including 18 days of paid time off a year!
You Will
Use your knowledge of RS Logix 500, 5000, computer networking, HMI and robotics to repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment such as electric, motor, pneumatic, conveyor systems, vision systems, production equipment and plant support machines
Program Allen Bradley PLCs, HMI's, Vision Systems and networking
Engineer MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) improvements
Grow your knowledge and skills through a wide-variety of training & on-the-job experiences
You Have
Ability to work Night Shift (6:45pm-7:15am) on schedule cycle of 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off, repeat
Associate's Degree (A.A. or A.S.) or equivalent is strongly preferred
Minimum of one year of electrical experience. This can be experience gained through paid or unpaid work & education
Minimum of one year of PLC or Ladder Logic Programming
Experience with FANUC robots is highly preferred
Strong ability to troubleshoot & problem solve
Physical requirement includes ability to lift & move up to 75 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation
You'll Earn
$25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Night shift includes a shift differential of $1.00 per hour
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
In order to process your job application, Plastipak collects and stores the personal information that you submit via this website. Please refer to Plastipak’s Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide.
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Controls Technician Job Market in Illinois
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- Consumer Goods
- Food & Beverage
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in controls technician jobs across Illinois.
- Associate degree or technical certificate in industrial electronics, automation, or controls technology
- Hands-on experience programming PLCs from Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi platforms
- Familiarity with SCADA systems and HMI configuration in a manufacturing or industrial setting
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and P&ID diagrams
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred by most Illinois industrial and manufacturing employers
- Valid driver's license required for multi-site or field service controls technician roles across Illinois
Controls Technician Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a controls technician in Illinois?
Illinois does not require a state-issued license specifically for controls technicians, so the path runs through education and employer-recognized credentials. Most Illinois employers expect an associate degree or technical certificate in industrial electronics, automation, or a related field from a community college such as Moraine Valley, Kishwaukee, or Illinois Central. Industry certifications from NFPA, ISA, or OSHA strengthen a candidate's profile, and many employers treat PLC programming proficiency as a de facto requirement for hire.
Which companies hire controls technicians in Illinois?
Employers hiring controls technicians in Illinois right now include Rich Products, Flex, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's deep manufacturing and building systems base means hiring is distributed across large industrial corporations, systems integrators, and facility management firms with long-term Illinois operations.
Which Illinois cities have the most controls technician jobs?
Bartlett, Romeoville, and Chicago Heights have the most controls technician openings in Illinois. Chicago anchors the list through its concentration of building automation, food production, and industrial manufacturing facilities, while Rockford and Joliet draw significant demand from automotive suppliers and large-scale distribution and processing plants that require continuous controls support.
Are there remote controls technician jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Controls technician work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring physical presence at equipment, panels, and production lines, which limits remote options. About 0% of controls technician openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate on SCADA monitoring, remote diagnostics, or controls engineering support rather than field installation or commissioning work.
How can I get hired as a controls technician in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an apprenticeship or employer-sponsored training program, which large Illinois industrial employers and IBEW local unions across the Chicago area and Rockford run specifically for candidates without prior controls experience. Community colleges like Moraine Valley Community College and Heartland Community College offer automation certificates that Illinois employers recognize as hiring prerequisites. Candidates with backgrounds as electricians, maintenance mechanics, or HVAC technicians frequently move into controls roles, and earning an entry-level ISA Certified Control Systems Technician credential gives applicants a measurable edge over equally inexperienced competition.
Where can I find and apply to controls technician jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to controls technician jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find the roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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