Industrial Operations Software Engineer- Automation - Lakeland

Publix Super Markets • Lakeland, FL

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About The Position

Develops and supports moderately complex production control systems which are used to control plant, refrigeration, and water treatment processes within Publix Industrial Operations Designs, develops, tests, documents, optimizes and implements moderately complex applications for PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces) and vision systems which are used to monitor and control stand-alone production equipment, entire production lines, and/or industrial utilities systems Ensures that all Industrial Operations’ automation systems comply with corporate and Industrial Operations, IT and automation standards Develops automation solutions using standard tools such as Structured Query Language (SQL), iFix, RSLogix, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), and others Analyzes production processes, identifies and makes recommendations for automation system upgrades and associated process enhancements to improve efficiency, increase capacity, improve associate safety, improve food safety, support sustainability and/or reduce labor Gathers requirements for automation business process improvements Identifies and resolves root causes of problems with automation systems Designs, develops, implements, automates and maintains production reporting systems and Develops and delivers training on automation skills and on operating procedures for automation systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or a related Engineering field, or equivalent experience
• one year of experience in supporting automation and/or control systems
• strong knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel, Access, Outlook, Word)
• strong knowledge of personal computers, printers, network configuration, IT terminology and architecture
• demonstrated proficiency with either Human Machine Interface (HMI) software (i.e. iFix or Wonderware or RSView) and/or ladder logic (i.e. RSLogix or Siemens Step 7 or DirectSOFT5)
• demonstrated ability to analyze and summarize information and data
• demonstrated strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• excellent presentation skills and the ability to develop training materials
• demonstrated ability to train both individuals and groups
• demonstrated professionalism
• demonstrated ability to work independently, multi-task, and be a self-starter
• demonstrated ability to absorb and retain information readily
• demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence
• excellent written and verbal communication skills
• excellent organizational and time management skills
• ability to maintain strict confidentiality when exposed to highly sensitive information
• excellent attendance and punctuality record
• willingness and availability to work a minimum of 45 hours per week and a variable schedule including nights, holidays and weekends to meet the Manufacturing business needs
• availability to be on-call 24/7
• ability to work effectively in various environments including production floor and office environments
• good human relations skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team member)
• show enthusiasm, initiative, pride in work, and a commitment to Publix and our Mission

Nice To Haves

• one year of experience supporting automation systems at Publix
• two years of Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) programming experience
• demonstrated proficiency with both HMI (i.e. iFix or Wonderware or RSView) and ladder logic (i.e. RSLogix or Siemens Step 7 or DirectSOFT5)
• knowledge of mechanical and electrical theory
• strong knowledge of Publix Manufacturing operational processes
• knowledge of Publix department structure
• knowledge of Publix improvement methodologies for facilitating improvement efforts
• knowledge of all plant GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• knowledge of Publix Industrial Operations business objectives and plans
• strong knowledge of Publix control systems and knowledge of Publix corporate and Industrial Operations, IT and automation standards and policies that must be upheld

Responsibilities

• Develops and supports moderately complex production control systems
• Designs, develops, tests, documents, optimizes and implements moderately complex applications for PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces) and vision systems
• Ensures that all Industrial Operations’ automation systems comply with corporate and Industrial Operations, IT and automation standards
• Develops automation solutions using standard tools such as Structured Query Language (SQL), iFix, RSLogix, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), and others
• Analyzes production processes, identifies and makes recommendations for automation system upgrades and associated process enhancements
• Gathers requirements for automation business process improvements
• Identifies and resolves root causes of problems with automation systems
• Designs, develops, implements, automates and maintains production reporting systems
• Develops and delivers training on automation skills and on operating procedures for automation systems

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level