Manufacturing Controls Specialist

Mann+Hummel GmbH•Dunlap, TN

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About The Position

As an integral member of the Operations and IT Team, this role is dedicated to supporting, maintaining and facilitating secure Operational Technology (OT) systems across MANN+HUMMEL’s manufacturing sites. The Specialist will support, maintain and improve automation processes as well as act as a bridge between traditional IT and Operation environments. Must be willing to learn to be the primary IT/OT knowledge holder.

Requirements

Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, IT, or a related field
Strong experience supporting and developing manufacturing automation systems
Hands-on knowledge of SCADA systems (e.g., Siemens WinCC, Rockwell, Schneider) and industrial
PLC experience with Allen Bradley and/or Siemens
Experience in IT support roles with a focus on OT environments, preferably within Manufacturing
2 years MS SQL Server experience (administration and scripting)
Experience supporting or implementing MES systems, preferably SAP ME (Manufacturing Execution).
Prior networking experience (will not be programming PLCs)
Experience with enterprise network security and segmentation tools (e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto)
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills within a structured, independent work style
Excellent communication skills in English; ability to work effectively in cross-functional and multicultural teams

Nice To Haves

Process Improvement
Lean Methodologies
Innovation Management
Machine Connectivity & Data Security
Product Testing & Validation
Production Planning
Process Development

Responsibilities

Assist in the integration of production equipment into the broader IT/OT infrastructure, ensuring alignment with MANN+HUMMEL Operations and IT standards
Design, develop, integrate, maintain and troubleshoot PLC platforms with SCADA (Ignition/WW) and MES (SAPME) integrations
Support PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradle, Siemens and maintain backups and program documentation
Diagnose and resolve automation, control, and machine performance issues
Support communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, and OPC.
Ensure network segmentation and security between IT and OT environments (e.g., using Cisco/Palo Alto solutions)
Collaborate with local engineering and production teams to resolve technical issues
Deliver support for OT-related incidents, including root cause analysis and long-term resolution planning
Support OT-related projects such as system upgrades, migrations, and security initiation
Trouble shoot and identify key opportunities to improve system stability, performance, and maintainability
Evaluate new features or functions that would improve manufacturing KPIs
Pilot improvements regionally before wider adoption
Additional duties as assigned