Process Controls Engineer

H&S Bakery • Edison, NJ

54d

About The Position

The H&S Family of Bakeries are a network of 10 bakeries and multiple distribution centers along the East Coast all committed to one thing: producing the best quality bread products. H&S Family of Bakeries includes Northeast Foods, H&S Bakery and Schmidt Baking Co. Together, our baked goods can be found in a wide range of establishments, from fast food and quick-service restaurants to cafeterias, hospitals, grocery stores and universities to name a few. The Process Controls Engineer supports the maintenance department by leading preventative maintenance, improvements, and repairs in automation systems and electrical controls while also assisting with department management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an industrial, automation controls operation.
• Fluent with Allen Bradley systems including SLC and Logix PLC platforms, Panelview HMI's, PowerFlex inverters, Kinetix servo amplifiers, etc.
• Read and update electrical schematics.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems as well as wire in new components.
• Understanding of Ethernet networking.
• PC setup and troubleshooting.
• Proficient with office software, especially spreadsheets.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Understanding mechanical systems is crucial to success in this role.
• Available to work different shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Food manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain automation systems including PLC's, HMI's, inverters, servos, robotics, network components, and computers.
• Troubleshooting of all controls issues as well as assisting maintenance in troubleshooting other issues using PLCs.
• Make changes to controls programs as needed to improve the system or to fix issues.
• Assist in the startup of new equipment, including IP addressing, acquiring all programs, and verifying the ability to connect and manage the new equipment.
• Maintain backups and change logs for all backups.
• Report any changes made to the program review group.
• Facilitate training mechanics to handle basic electrical troubleshooting and component replacements.
• Support engineering staff as needed with department management.
• Assist in any breakdowns and floor calls as needed.
• Must be on call off hours for trouble shooting from remote and on-site as necessary.
• Coverage for the assistant engineer and/or chief engineer in their absence.

Benefits

• We offer competitive pay and comprehensive and affordable benefits packages, including medical/dental/vision, short term disability, retirement savings, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program and of course - cool company swag.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees