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Packaging Automation Engineer

We are partnering with a rapidly growing food and beverage manufacturer that is leading the industry in innovation! They are looking for a Packaging Automation Engineer to lead the technical execution of aseptic packaging in their brand new, state-of-the-art facility in upstate New York. This person will provide day-to-day technical support on packaging control systems and control related tasks, as well as manage strategic, technical projects and tasks. The Packaging Automation Engineer reports directly to the Engineering & Reliability Manager.

Location : Greater Rochester, NY (relocation assistance available)

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage, coordinate, and oversee process technology improvements, troubleshoot controls, and engineer design solutions to complex problems.
• Function as a subject matter expert for packaging controls systems, automation components and infrastructure.
• Continuously improve packaging control systems through Advanced Process Control, Alarm Management, and Operator Interface Optimization.
• Responsible for integration of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, Servo Drives, and process controls.
• Train end users on the operations of newly installed or modified process control systems.
• Responsible for the standardization of control systems and control logic designs, documentation of operation procedures and as-built drawings and logic.
• Serve as plant liaison for new system start-up and commissioning by all outside controls contractors and system integrators.
• Ensure proper transfer of documented PLC program changes and adequate training on the installation/changes that have been completed.
• Develop, troubleshoot, improve and maintain automation documentation (schematics, functional descriptions, PLC programs, SCADAs, etc.).
• Conduct reviews of application design with site and project teams to ensure that the automation requirements have been adhered to.
• Packaging Automation troubleshooting.
• Manage Automation improvement projects.
• Mentor/train Instrumentation & Controls Technicians.

Required Skills/Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s Degree requiredin Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Technology preferred.
• 8+ years of manufacturing automation experience required.
• Ability to understand, modify and upgrade PLC logic (Rockwell platform), VFD’s, network switches.
• Ability to update P&ID’s, electrical/mechanical prints (CAD/SolidWorks preferred).
• Skilled in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Additional training as an industrial automation technician preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Able to understand and utilize engineering drawings, operating manuals, and blueprints to conduct business
• Ability to analyze and assess training and development needs.
• Knowledge of computerized information systems used in quality assurance, maintenance, and ERP applications.
• Able to stand for extended periods of time, lift a minimum of 40 lbs. on an occasional basis, and able to climb ladders and work at elevations of 75 feet
• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Knowledge of USDA, State, Federal regulations for a dairy manufacturing facility a plus.

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