Automation Specialist Job Details | Great Lakes Cheese
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Job OverviewThe Automation Specialist works in activities relating to the automation and control of machinery and systems in the plant.Job Responsibilities- Respond to production requests for immediate attention to production issues and problems.- Monitor, maintain and support plant-wide automation systems.- Update HMIs and computer systems as advised by the IT department.- Support and troubleshoot the Wonderware-based factory management and control system.- Perform maintenance on PLC's and HMI's systems including backups of PLC programs.- Assist with MES activities and coordination.- Maintain and troubleshoot electrical/electronic systems and general production line equipment.- Identify problem areas and address with permanent solutions.- Provide input for helping to ensure that line layouts and implementation are efficient and timely.- When assigned, will coordinate plant and contractor activities to ensure timelines are met.- Identify process improvement opportunities and lead approved projects within the plant to attain desired goals- Work with the Maintenance Supervisor to utilize in house resources and coordinate outside contractors as needed for approved projects.- Work with plant personnel to identify savings and justification for projects.- Provide leadership in bringing approved projects to a successful completion.- Work with Production to identify downtime issues and implement permanent solutions.- Gather and examine basic reliability data from floor observations or data base and correlate for analysis using well defined engineering techniques, principles and procedures.- Work with plant personnel to drive root cause and failure analysis to avoid future failures.- Provide production coverage in times of need or when issues arise that require specific expertise.- All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.- All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.- Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.The pay for this position is $62,300.00-$81,00.00. All offers will be based on a candidate's skills, prior relevant experience, applicable degrees and certifications, and internal equity. This range is specific to New York and may not be applicable to other locations.Required Education and Experience- Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school and/or commensurate experience.- 5 years of related experience and/or training or more.- Fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes.- Broad depth of experience and knowledge of production machinery and equipment.- Rockwell PLC hardware and software (ControlLogix, CompactLogix RSLogix).- Ability to write PLC programs and make necessary changes.- Ability to lead/organize multiple projects and resources.- Ability to make sound, independent decisions based on functional expertise and experience.- Ability to manage multiple priorities, trouble shoot and problem solve.Preferred Education and Experience- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.- 3 years of food manufacturing experience or more- PLC programming, Wonderware MES, InTouch development, RSLogixWorking Conditions- Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.- Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.- Product weight: up to 50 lbs.- Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.- Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required.EEOC & DisclaimerGreat Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.