Our operation is simple – we manufacture tires. But at Yokohama Tire Manufacturing Virginia (YTMV), we see it as moving the world. From the racetrack to Main Street, we put our customer’s destination at the heart of our work, ensuring the millions of tires we produce annually exceed expectations in quality, safety, and environmental consciousness. Rooted in Salem since 1989, we have a history of excellence in both our products and our people.

We’re searching for a talented Controls Technician who is able to support multiple departments through their knowledge of electrical controls. Your skillset will help play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance of our manufacturing equipment and electronic systems – ultimately keeping our customers on the road. If you are ready to work in an environment where creativity and technical expertise come together to push the boundaries of technology, we want to hear from you.

Benefits: At YTMV, we know how important it is for employees to feel secure in both their personal and professional life. Not only will you receive a competitive salary, but we have crafted a robust benefits package based on our mission to be the most engaged team in the industry. Here are a few benefits and perks you will receive as a full-time employee:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance at a reasonable cost available to you and your family
• A 50% 401K company match up to 6%, plus an additional 5% put in by the company after 1 year of service
• Paid Time Off and company paid holidays to refresh, recharge, or just enjoy the weather
• Two weeks of paid parental leave for births or adoptions
• Volunteer time off because we encourage making a difference in our community
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability because unexpected things happen
• A relaxed, pleasant work environment with several activities throughout the year including giveaways, free food, and family events (plus you can wear jeans to work)
• Three sets of heavily discounted tires per year – we truly believe in our product
• Continuing education assistance to help master your craft

As the Controls Technician, you will support both the Maintenance and Engineering Departments through troubleshooting and various stages of projects while maintaining the highest level of safety, quality, and productivity of industrial equipment. In doing so, you will be responsible for:

• Troubleshooting equipment using electrical drawings, test equipment, and PLC software
• Restoring equipment operation safely and efficiently using LOTO and required PPE
• Providing timely and accurate equipment status communication to involved departments
• Supporting the Engineering Department through various phases of electrical controls projects such as design, installation, and machinery start-up
• Investigating machinery wiring, components, and drawings
• Performing thermographic surveys of equipment and prepare summary reports
• Providing documentation to the Engineering Department including project files, as-built drawings, and PM

Our ideal candidate would have the following experience and attributes. However, we believe in a culture that recognizes not everyone’s path is the same. If you feel your knowledge and abilities will be successful in this role, we encourage you to apply.  

• A passion for electrical controls and the desire to be a resource to others in this area
• Strong time management skills with the capability to recognize and place priority to multiple projects
• You are solution-focused and enjoy troubleshooting to solve complex electrical problems
• Flexibility to work unconventional hours (M-F, 3pm – 11pm)
• Knowledge of, and experience with, control circuits, programmable controllers, variable speed drives (AC & DC), National Electric Code, and PLC software
• It’s a plus if you have familiarity with DVM, oscilloscope, ladder logic, and electrical schematics

• Associates Degree in Electrical or Controls discipline (or equivalent experience) with 3 - 5 years related electrical control experience in a manufacturing environment 
• Journeyman Electrician or equivalent certification