Sr. Controls Engineer

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ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

• Sr Controls Engineer
• Monday – Friday Hours may vary

Come join our York, PA facility where we manufacture and distribute products such as A&H Cat Litter, and A&H Laundry Detergent!

ROLE SUMMARY:

This position will provide plant electrical instrumentation and controls engineering support in the design, assembly, integration, testing, troubleshooting and commissioning of PLC-based control systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible at all times for promoting a safety culture and awareness within area of responsibility.  Support all plant safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with the design and modification of new and existing process control and instrumentation systems.
• Manage capital projects relating to automation and controls infrastructure, etc.  Complete projects as assigned within defined scope, allocated costs, time commitments and expected outcome.
• Provide plant leadership for manufacturing and distribution in all technical and administrative aspects related to PLC’s, microprocessors, etc.
• Continually improve packaging and processing equipment controls logic for better efficiency and reduced waste.
• Assist in the identification and development of project justification and business recommendations for engineering proposals including providing input for capital planning process.
• Lead cross-functional teams, addressing technical challenges to achieve critical objectives.
• Assist plant Electricians, Maintenance Mechanics and Line Mechanics in all control-based troubleshooting, improvement initiatives, preventative maintenance and testing and other plant maintenance activities.
• Understand business needs, risks and organizational dynamics as well as their implications based on developing alternate plans and choices.
• Understand processing automation for troubleshooting and improving cycle time throughput.
• Identify and support cost reduction and efficiency improvement initiatives.
• Develop and coordinate all technical training requirements for operations and maintenance personnel as related to instrumentation and controls.
• Provide plant leadership in electrical safety topics, including NFPA70E
• Provide plant leadership on electrical systems, including recommendations for maintenance repair and upgrades.
• Provide direct supervisor to instrumentation controls specialist.
• Manages cross-training and development of staff to ensure a deep flexible workforce.
• Ensures employee time records are captured and approved in an accurate and timely manner.
• Initiates and processes clear, consistent, fair, and factual corrective actions.
• Fosters positive employee relations and engagement through communications and practices.
• Ensures continuous improvement and lean opportunities are executed and ensures Lean Daily Management objectives are met.
• Responsible for ensuring that all sanitation and good housekeeping procedures and guidelines are followed.
• Participates in the new hire process from interview through selection and provides recommendations to manager and HR Business Partner regarding terminations.
• Support the plant in off-hours as needed. 
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 -8 years of experience
• 4-year post-secondary degree in relevant technical field.

PREFERED EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 5-7 years previous engineering experience in high volume, multiple SKU, fast-paced manufacturing environment.  CPG and/or experience in a FDA-regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• Flexibility to work various hours and shifts as needed, especially during large projects, installations, etc.
• Lean Manufacturing: Experience with lean manufacturing principles and practices. This includes familiarity with concepts such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and Continuous Improvement. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization
• Excellent communications skills – ability to communicate clearly and concisely in multiple media – verbal, written, etc.
• Excellent organizational/time management skills. 
• Direct technical experience in the design, assembly, integration, testing, troubleshooting and commissioning of PLC-based control systems
• Proven knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) and Underwriter Laboratories (UL) standards, Allen Bradley Controls, AC and motor controls, and process sensors of all types
• Capability to calibrate and test controls, verify instrumentation accuracy and effectiveness and perform routine maintenance on the plant-wide controls system
• Ability to interpret, red-line and prepare detailed control and instrumentation schematics, ladder logic diagrams, wiring schematics and PID’s/PFD’s.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments in a fast-paced, dynamic, production driven work environment.
• Solid critical thinking skills and ability to create new, innovative ways to handle situations with a strong bias towards Continuous Improvement fundamentals.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles including Six Sigma, 5S, TPS, etc.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office Suite, MS Project, CMMS and SAP).  Working knowledge of SAP Maintenance Module and AutoCAD a plus.
• Ability to methodically collect and analyze data and make appropriate recommendations.
• Strong knowledge of production operation, including equipment, materials, workflow, etc.

REQUIRED TRAINING:

Candidates are required to complete all necessary trainings within the defined introductory period.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The operations facility is not in a climate-controlled environment.  Candidates will be exposed to the seasonal temperature variations.  All candidates will be required to abide to all PPE standards and department dress code.

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/