About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Overview</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">The Automation Manager will plan and execute project and process improvement work in our manufacturing plant. This role will also be responsible for developing our maintenance technicians’ ability to troubleshoot and modify logic and controls. </span></span></p> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Job Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Cooperatively with Engineering, Operations, and Maintenance provide leadership and technical expertise to develop and implement automation strategies and solutions </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Provide project engineering and management functionally for controls related projects including sourcing, scope development and budgeting thru full project delivery</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Assure all of electrical and controls related work in the plant complies with regulatory compliance</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Provide support for cost improvement, quality improvement, continuous improvements and reliability programs such as OEE, SCADA, and or MES platforms</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Develop protocols, root cause analysis, procedures and resources to improve equipment breakdown, technical support to the plant and support improvement in downtime performance</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Work with vendors, contractors, governmental regulatory agencies (USDA, NYSDAM, OSHA, DNR, EPA, etc.) to the extent needed to complete the various projects</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Develop a robust plant start procedure with vendors for new processes and lead process of simulation and validation during commissioning</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Update HMIs and computer systems as equipment and production needs dictate</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Develop team members in the areas of technical automation knowledge and competency skill sets</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Maintain accurate records.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Works closely with the quality production department to assure efficient / safe production line equipment.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Assure a safe work environment in compliance with all OSHA / EPA guidelines.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">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.</span></span></li> <li>The pay for this position is $93,800.00-$143,800.00. 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.</li> <li> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Required Education and Experience</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science Engineering </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">5+ years of related experience and/or training or more</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes, ideally process or batch manufacturing </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Extensive knowledge of Rockwell/Allen Bradley PLCs and ability to write PLC programs and make necessary changes, minimally ladder logic</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Experience and knowledge of production machinery and equipment</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">4 years of maintenance management experience or more.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Broad depth of experience and knowledge of production machinery and equipment. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to make sound, independent decisions based on functional expertise and experience. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to administer a proactive management approach. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to provide leadership, support, communication and direction to production supervisor, as well as line personnel. </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve beyond routine issues. </span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Preferred Education and Experience</b></H2> </div><div><ul> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Experience in the design and implementation of controls systems to manufacturing equipment and systems.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Knowledge and ability to synthesize new and emerging technologies into manageable and practical applications</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Demonstrated ability to manage projects in a team-based environment and operational setting</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Strong communication and presentation skills (oral, written, and listening)</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Knowledge of Rockwell FactoryTalk suite of software</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Knowledge of OT systems and networking</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">The ability to effectively use Excel, Word, MS Project (or equivalent project management software), AutoCAD, and Revit</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">7+ years of food manufacturing experience or more</span></span></li> </ul> </div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Working Conditions</b></H2> </div><div><div>• Repetitive work in a fast-paced production environment with average temperature of 50-60 degrees F.</div><div>• Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.</div><div>• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.</div><div>• Product weight: up to 100 lbs</div><div>• Use of motor skills to safely drive tow motors or other motorized vehicles in tight quarters.</div><div>• Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required.</div></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:20.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>EEOC & Disclaimer</b></H2> </div><div><div>Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.</div></div></div></div>