Controls Technician - GM Plant (Closure Lines / Retrofit Work)
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Overview
Compensation
$44-$44/hour
Job Description
Cullerton Group has a new opportunity for a Controls Engineer in Orion, MI and Spring Hill, TN. The work will be done onsite. These are long term contract opportunities. Compensation is up to $44/hr. Additionally, all travel and lodging expenses will be paid including a $55/day meal per diem. Job SummaryWe are seeking experienced Controls Engineer to support retrofit, launch, and validation work within General Motors (GM) manufacturing plants.This is a hands-on, plant-floor role focused on supporting closure lines and body-in-white systems. The work involves validating installed equipment, troubleshooting controls issues, and executing GM production and safety checklists during line modifications and ramp-up activities.This is not a design rolecandidates must be comfortable working directly on active production lines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Key Responsibilities
- Support retrofit (kit) work on existing GM production lines
- Perform validation and checklist execution (SCS, NPS, red tag / green tag audits)
- Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and robotic systems on the plant floor
- Verify tooling, equipment, and system functionality during installation and ramp-up
- Work alongside plant teams to support production readiness and issue resolution
- Assist with startup, commissioning, and line support activities
- Prior experience working inside GM manufacturing plants
- Direct experience with closure lines (doors, hoods, liftgates, fenders) or body-in-white systems
- Experience with retrofit, launch, or production support in automotive environments
- Hands-on troubleshooting experience with:*
- Allen-Bradley PLCs (RSLogix 5000 / Studio 5000)
- HMIs (FactoryTalk, Siemens TIA Portal)
- Strong understanding of plant-floor processes, safety protocols, and validation procedures
- Experience with GM Global Common Controls (GCCS) standards
- GM-related certifications (GCCS, hardware/network training, etc.)
- Experience working on multiple GM plants or automotive programs
- Background with robotics (Fanuc, ABB, KUKA)
- Degree not required
- Relevant hands-on experience in GM environments is the priority
- 100% onsite in active manufacturing plants
- Fast-paced, high-production environment
- Must be comfortable working on the plant floor for extended periods
- Travel required depending on assignment location
- Per diem and travel support available (details to be discussed)
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Candidates can expect a pay range of $44–$44 per hour for this role.
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