Controls Engineering Manager
First QualityWayne Township, Pennsylvania, United States
Posted March 25, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
First Quality was founded over 30 years ago and has grown to become a diversified family of companies with over 4,000 employees. Manufacturing Adult Incontinence Products, Feminine Hygiene Products, Baby Wipes, Adult Washcloths, and Consumer Paper Products, we serve institutional and retail markets throughout the world. Our trusted, household brands include Prevail®, Cuties®, Plenty®, Panda®, and Incognito® Our facilities operate independently to maintain focus on the markets they serve, but benefit from being a part of the First Quality family of companies. We may be spread out across 9 locations and 2 countries, but we are one team! With our focus on innovation, technology, and sustainability, we strive to create the best products that stand out and make a real difference in people’s lives without ever sacrificing quality for affordability. If advanced technology, innovative thinking, and a passion for challenging the status quo excite you, come join our team at First Quality! When you look at one of our job listings what you’ll find is an opportunity: to meet teams who challenge each other to improve, encounter leaders who empower you to experiment, and discover work that inspires you. As a new employee in our FQ family your training begins day one and continues throughout your career as you learn and grow with our organization. Be part of making things better – apply today to join our team at www.firstquality.com/join-us!
Job Description
First Quality is seeking a Controls Engineering Manager for its McElhattan, PA location. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and directing Controls Engineers, Controls Technicians, OEMs, and contractors across multiple shifts and work areas. Responsibilities include recruiting, training, and directing personnel, providing technical direction for project engineers, tracking production performance, and developing technical solutions for controls and automation problems.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or equivalent
- Minimum of ten years’ experience supervising in a high-volume product environment requiring continuous support
- Minimum of eight years’ experience with industrial controls
- Advanced knowledge of all PLC based hardware and software
- Advanced oral and written communication skills
- Ability to apply advanced analytical concepts
- Advanced leadership abilities
Benefits
- Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
- Paid time off (three-week minimum)
- Medical, dental and vision starting day one
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid parental leave
- Child and family care assistance
- Bundle of joy benefit
- Tuition assistance
- Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums