Sr. Controls & Automation Technician

Ocean Spray Cranberries • Kenosha, WI

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About The Position

Ocean Spray is seeking a Sr. Controls & Automation Technician to support automation systems for manufacturing operations. The role evaluates current and future technical automation needs for procurement and provides expertise on automation systems. It also maintains automation systems and change processes, assists with equipment training, and supports food safety and quality assurance processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or university degree.
• At least 3 years of experience.
• Configure and program Allen-Bradley PowerFlex series variable frequency drives or equivalent.
• Troubleshoot and maintain controls-system Ethernet, DeviceNet, ControlNet, and Remote I/O network architectures.
• Modify and program FIX32/iFIX HMI and SCADA platforms or equivalent.
• Program, maintain, and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PanelView/Plus operator interface hardware.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain transmitters and sensors.
• Audit, maintain, and update electrical documentation.
• Read electrical schematics, process and instrumentation diagrams (PIDs), and process flow diagrams (PFDs).
• Perform PID loop tuning and implement instrument calibration procedures.
• Troubleshoot and maintain SLC-500, MicroLogix, CompactLogix, and ControlLogix hardware.
• Perform Allen-Bradley PLC programming using RSLogix5, RSLogix 500, and RSLogix 5000 software or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating and selecting automation hardware and software to meet current and future manufacturing requirements.
• Provide input on managing controls and automation system testing, quality control, data retrieval, and training for packaging and processing equipment.
• Assess the effectiveness and maintainability of new automation systems and help manage the automation change process for existing equipment.
• Develop and maintain control system documentation and documentation change-control procedures.
• Support and promote food safety and quality program initiatives in the plant environment.

Benefits

• Complete insurance package beginning on Day 1, including health and wellness programs.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Flexible spending account.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Telehealth services.
• One-to-one health coaching.
• 401(k) with up to 6% company matching and potential additional discretionary year-end match.
• Short-term incentive and performance bonuses.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Vacation pay, up to three weeks (prorated in the first year).
• Holiday pay for 12 holidays.
• Career development and growth opportunities.
• Tuition and education assistance programs.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Scholarship programs for employees' children.
• Parental leave.
• Bright Horizons Family Solutions backup care and tutoring.
• Adoption assistance.
• Bereavement leave.
• Up to $300 fitness reimbursement.
• Up to $300 massage reimbursement.
• Employee appreciation events.
• Employee discounts.
• Charitable giving.

What This Job Offers

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