Manufacturing Advancement Specialist

TOYOTETSU NORTH AMERICA • Somerset, KY

59d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position supports the design, development, and standardization of “Smart Manufacturing” applications for Toyotetsu North America. This includes but is not limited to SCADA and ERP software programming/configuration as well as process digitization, digitalization, and automation. The role involves supporting other Toyotetsu department goals as a subject matter expert for ERP/MES (Plex), SCADA (Ignition), and IIOT applications. Responsibilities include completing PLC/HMI program modifications related to SCADA/ERP activities, developing SCADA projects for digitization and digitalization solutions, proposing and supporting automation activities, and assisting with Kaizen activities as a technical resource. The position is predominantly in an office setting with some activities on the manufacturing plant floor, and may involve up to 15% travel to other TTNA manufacturing sites within North America.

Requirements

• B.S./A.S. degree in related field with equivalent experience/certifications.
• Reliable and punctual; willing to learn and display initiative.
• Competent computer skills.
• Microsoft Office Excel skills.
• PLC/HMI programming experience.
• SCADA or computer programming (Python, Java, HTML, etc.) exposure/experience.
• ERP/MES background knowledge.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with automated industrial processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support other Toyotetsu department goals as a subject matter expert for ERP/MES (Plex), SCADA (Ignition), and IIOT applications.
• Complete PLC/HMI program modifications related to SCADA/ERP activities.
• Develop SCADA projects to provide digitization and digitalization solutions within Toyotetsu.
• Propose and support the implementation of automation activities in various Toyotetsu departments.
• Assist with Kaizen activities as a technical resource for the process improvement team.
• Complete tasks as assigned to support overall departmental needs.

What This Job Offers

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