Controls Engineer 1 at Great Lakes Cheese

Posted in General Business 8 days ago.

Type: Full-Time
Location: FRANKLINVILLE, New York





Job Description:

Job Overview

The Controls Engineer 1 serves as an electrical controls resource for plant process improvement and capital expansion projects. Plant level contact for manufacturing support of installed systems. Project focus will be implementation of PLC / Robotic based automation in Great Lakes Cheese manufacturing plants and processes.

Job Responsibilities


  • Monitor, maintain and support plant-wide automation systems. Provide automation controls discipline and technical leadership to the packaging facility. Support the development of engineering standards and best practices.
  • Assimilate a thorough understanding of all aspects of the PLC-based shop floor automation and control systems equipment for high speed processing and packaging applications.
  • Design Process Controls Systems & Strategies. Apply automation and controls solutions to meet site, network, and business unit objectives for productivity, safety, quality and cost.
  • Specify, Procure & Perform maintenance on PLC and HMI systems including programming & backups of programs.
  • Specify & procure VFDs, Servo Drives, Motors, control hardware, and field instrumentation.
  • Control Panel Design / Wiring, ensure implementation of standards and best practices.
  • Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests and lead the FAT team on appropriate projects.
  • Provide technical coaching and mentoring of plant resources in controls and automation
  • 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 and promote our products and services 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.

Required Education and Experience


  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Recent college grads are encouraged to apply
  • High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
  • Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
  • Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
  • Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients
  • Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
  • Ability to work with and influence peers and management
  • Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Skilled in computer -aided design and drafting software applications (AutoCAD)
  • General understanding of Process Network Infrastructure (Ethernet), controls hardware and field instrumentation.
  • Strong fundamental knowledge of control and electrical system design and its application in automated industrial designs including specification of vision, power, sensor, inspection, motion control and communications systems.
  • Critical thinking with exceptional problem solving skills, able to work independently and in team environments.
  • Proactive, resourceful & highly motivated with strong communication skills and ability to work in high output environment.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, equipment upgrades and resources, troubleshoot and problem solve.
  • Ability to travel to project / work sites as required. Not expected to exceed 25%, but is subject to engineering project workload.

Preferred Education and Experience


  • PLC programming, Wonderware MES, InTouch development, RSLogix. Studio 5000, Factory Talk Studio ME HMI Software
  • Rockwell, Wonderware training/certification.
  • Robotic control systems including Fanuc, ABB and similar systems.
  • Motor and drive controls, Both VFD and servo systems
  • Experience with development of Control System Function Design Specification
  • Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID) & Process Flow Diagrams (PFD)
  • Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD.
  • Ability to manage contractors & service support
  • Ability to develop effective working relationships with suppliers, customers and coworkers.
  • Project Management
  • Familiar with NEC, NFPA, ANSI, UL, and OSHA safety codes and standards

Working Conditions

• 75% of the work will be in an office setting, but the other 25% will be inside a manufacturing and/or warehouse environment ("on the floor").

• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35°F to 100°F; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

Nearest Major Market: Jamestown





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