Senior Controls Specialist - Night Shift

Overview

Purpose of the Position

Create and maintain plant automation and control systems, staying current with new technology and safety requirements for all Pet operations. Set standards and introduce new technology in the electrical and controls field within the Pet operations.

Essential Position Responsibilities - This is a Salary Exempt position.

• Maintenance and development of electrical control systems and plant automation.
• Participates in the determination of specifications for new installations and performs as a key member on project installation teams.
• Maintain standards for plant automation, ensuring consistency across all facilities.
• Support all Pet ongoing operations and maintenance troubleshooting requirements.
• Participates and supports in the Overall Equipment Effectiveness Program (OEE), provides training for new and developing controls technicians.
• Maintain safety of electrical systems and plant automation:
  Participation in the NFPA 70E safety requirement. Maintains compliance with regulatory authority for all electric systems.
• Participates as a member of the Team, develops and communicates team concepts, processes, and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings and fosters cohesiveness on major issues.
• Supports Simmons operating systems principles and objectives, understanding the established systems and the role of this position in maintaining and improving them.
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives and acknowledges the role may evolve beyond the written description.

• Physical
  
  Activities:
  
  Uses computer, visually verifies information, communicates with customers/vendors/employees, may present information to groups. Able to work in various temperatures and move around in a manufacturing environment. Travel to various work locations may be needed.
• PPE:
  As required by visiting facility.
• Travel:
  Travels domestically to and from multiple facilities or work-sites, possibly overnight.

• Technical
  
  Experience:
  
  10 years of experience in electrical systems and plant automation environment.
• Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  Preference for pet food or food processing organization.
• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent or 4 years related work experience.
• Preferred Education: Electrician License.

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