Great Lakes Cheese
Manchester, TN
Job Overview The 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. 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, RSLogix Working 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 Disclaimer Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.