Automation & Controls Specialist

Sanimax • Green Bay, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a motivated, intellectually curious Automation and Controls Specialist to join our team at our Green Bay facility. As part of our broader US engineering team, you’ll act as a key programmer supporting CAPEX projects, process improvements, and operational support when your expertise is called upon.

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in industrial electronics, electrical engineering or a related discipline.
• Deep interest in automation, PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation and process control
• Hands-on experience with automation, process control and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of Rockwell automation equipment (Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View).
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting variable frequency drives; familiarity with ABB and Rockwell drives is a plus.
• Experience with industrial communication networks (Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, ControlNet, IO-Link, HART).
• Proficiency in standard office tools and ability to work under pressure.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with P&IDs, electrical schematics, and AutoCAD/EPLAN is beneficial.
• Bilingual in English and other languages is a plus (not required).
• Familiarity with applicable codes and a commitment to safety and standards

Responsibilities

• Support electrical maintenance and plant operations during troubleshooting and production issues.
• Analyze production stoppages and collaborate with process engineers to propose improvements.
• Participate in modernization efforts for automation equipment.
• Develop troubleshooting guides and train electricians and technicians.
• Optimize PLC and HMI programs at the facility and perform regular backups.
• Contribute as a programmer on capital projects and assist in commissioning
• Collaborate with process teams to optimize plant processes
• Document projects with schematics and functional descriptions; train operational stakeholders
• Configure historians for data archiving, create monitoring pages, and maintain systems with IT/network specialists.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and eligible to an annual bonus up to 15% of your base salary
• 3% quarterly bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision, life insurance and a matching 401K program with a match of up to 5%.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree