Position Summary

Subject Matter Expert for high-volume, high-speed manufacturingprocesses in all areas of automation and machine/process controls.Ensure operational stability, efficiency, and security of automation systems and infrastructure.

Essential Functions/Key Deliverables

• Deploy,monitor,and maintain automation hardware, operatingsystemsand application softwareto drive plant KPIs.

• Troubleshoot and lend technical support for automated manufacturing processes and equipmentincluding line controland robotic systems.

• Specify and procurerelatedreplacementparts and maintenance contracts.

• Assess available options for technology and equipment throughout various areas of manufacturing operations.

• Evaluate and test new or modified software programs and software development procedures used to verify that programs function according to user requirements and established guidelines.

• Assist in the procurement; integrate new equipment and modification of automationsoftware and equipment for material handling, production processing and packaging equipment.

• Create and maintain hardware documentation for all automation equipment.

• Develop new programs,modify,or edit existing programs forprocess control, robotics,and HMI's.

• Maintain and control current back up programs for all control processors,robotics,HMIs,and data systems.

• Conduct necessary technology research and provide recommendations

• Installs and configures new hardware and softwareandprovide user training and support as necessary

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• Associate orBachelorsdegreeand/orequivalent knowledge and experience required

• Minimum 5-8 years programming and troubleshooting experience with PLC automation and related controls

• Must have process/production experience in ahigh-speed manufacturing environment

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, project management and technical skills

• Extensive knowledge ofAllen BradleyPLC systems and Systems Control Technologies

• Proficient in programming and modification of new and existing PLC's and HMI's

• Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel, including staff,vendors,and management

• Ability to prioritize and interpret work requests and work orders

• Ability to develop training material and provide training to management,technicians,and users

• Minimum intermediate computer skills required (Microsoft Office Suite)

Physical Demands

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.
O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs F
Push/Pull 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs F
Stand O
Walk O
Sit O
Manually Manipulate O
Reach Outward O
Reach Above Shoulder O
Climb O
Crawl O
Squat or Kneel O
Bend O

Other Physical Requirements
Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)
Sense of Sound - Ability to understand conversational speaking
Sense of Touch
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - per safety guidelines
Mobility to cover expansive manufacturing environment

Work Environment

Ability to work in an environment that can become very hot (temperature) depending on the weather.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.