At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference—together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose.

PLC Programmer - Afternoon Shift

Take your controls and automation expertise to the next level with Gerdau.

Gerdau is seeking a skilled Controls Technician II to support the advanced automation systems that keep our steel manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently. If you enjoy troubleshooting complex equipment, working with PLCs and industrial controls, and solving technical challenges that directly impact production, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Why Join Gerdau?

We invest in our people and provide the tools, training, and opportunities needed for long-term success.

Benefits starting on your first day include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 6%
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Development and Training Programs
• Afternoon Shift Premium
• Opportunities for advancement within a global steel manufacturing leader

What You'll Do

As a Controls Technician II, you'll be a key technical resource responsible for maintaining and improving highly automated production systems. Responsibilities include:

• Troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing industrial automation and control systems
• Programming and supporting PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, instrumentation, and electrical control equipment
• Installing and upgrading control systems to improve reliability and performance
• Supporting plant networks and industrial computer systems
• Reading and updating electrical drawings and schematics
• Partnering with maintenance, production, engineering, and vendors to support operational goals
• Responding to equipment issues and implementing long-term solutions to recurring problems
• Utilizing CMMS systems to manage work orders, preventive maintenance, and equipment records
• Supporting employee training and continuous improvement initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5 years of industrial or manufacturing maintenance experience
• Strong background in industrial electrical systems and automation
• 2-3 years of experience as a Controls Technician I or equivalent experience
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, drives, instrumentation, and industrial control systems
• Ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot complex systems
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• High School Diploma or GED
• Verifiable technical maintenance training

Build Something Bigger

At Gerdau, your technical expertise helps power one of the world's leading steel manufacturers. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced automation technologies, solve challenging problems, and contribute directly to the safety, reliability, and performance of our operations.

If you're passionate about industrial controls, automation, and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply and build your future with Gerdau.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.  

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com