Automation & Controls Specialist - B Night Shift

Unilever • Jefferson City, MO

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Unilever’s Jefferson City facility is seeking an Automation & Controls Specialist to work directly with Packaging and Process departments to deliver automation solutions. The role requires autonomous leadership, clear direction to the team, data-based decision-making, and the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.

The position is assigned to a 12-hour B shift on a 2/2/3 schedule, from 6:00 p.m. to 6:15 a.m. Pay is $37.57 per hour, plus a $6.76-per-hour shift differential, paid weekly. The role supports automation improvement, equipment reliability, and the delivery of facility OEE targets.

Employment is subject to verification of prescreening tests, which may include drug screening, a physical, and background checks. Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer and states its commitment to inclusion and fair consideration of applicants.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three to five years of experience in a maintenance-related position.
• Working knowledge of PLCs.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics.

Nice To Haves

• A higher degree in a related area is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily and weekly meetings to help drive and understand automation needs within the facility.
• Work cross-functionally with other departments.
• Improve existing automation and deliver new low-cost automation within departments.
• Understand and eliminate the top daily automation losses.
• Participate in developing and delivering the strategic improvement plan to execute OEE targets.
• Review breakdown Root Cause Analysis (EWO) actions and ensure they are completed.
• Understand and teach the team the theory of operation of all equipment.
• Access server-based applications, including RSBatch, RSView SE, FactoryTalk History, FactoryTalk VantagePoint, and FactoryTalk Metrics.
• Perform advanced PLC ladder logic programming, including PID loop control and sequencers.
• Identify continuous improvement and cost-saving opportunities.
• Support planning and execution of automation trials and engineering solutions for the facility.
• Read and understand electrical documents, including schematics, one-line diagrams, plan drawings, and instrument installation and configuration details.
• Understand basic PLC ladder logic and make simple relay logic PLC program changes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage effective immediately, if elected.
• 401(k).
• Profit sharing.
• Tuition and fitness reimbursement.
• Paid leaves.
• Quarterly bonus payouts.
• Uniforms and personal protective equipment provided.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Onsite company store with discounted product purchases.
• Safety shoe and prescription safety glasses subsidy.
• Company dinners and care packages periodically.
• Onsite cafeteria.
• Free hot and iced coffee.
• Free soft-serve ice cream on select days of the week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED