Description
Have you ever enjoyed Arnold®, Brownberry® or Oroweat® bread? A Thomas’® English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee®, Entenmann’s® or Marinela® cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA!
More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.
Salary Range: $91,500 - $119,000
Annual Bonus Eligibility
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Paid Time Off
401k & Company Match
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Position Summary: We are seeking a self-motivated candidate to manage and supervise essential maintenance activities and provide automation controls support to a highly automated and fast paced baking, or distribution facility. The qualified candidate should understand basics of industrial facilities and have strong problem solving and trouble shooting skills with a strong background in electrical and industrial controls. The position will require experience with the latest versions of the Allen Bradley family of PLC’s, VFD’s and HMI’s/OIT’s to be used in conjunction with a strong understanding of electrical controls systems, mechanical drives, pneumatics, hydraulics, PC’s, Robotics, and Controls networks.
The physical and mental demands described in each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job.
Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Requirements
Key Job Responsibilities:
Have experience in SLC 500 and Logix 5000 series PLC’s and PanelView ME Studio Programming to Level 4 and 5.
Knowledge of Kinetix Servo systems.
Sequential Flow Chart Programming knowledge,Logix 5000.
Have knowledge of EnetIP Networks and fault-finding diagnosis.
Familiarity with Rockwell SE, and Historian.
Understanding of computer operating systems such as Windows 10, Server 2019 and Thin Clients etc.
Review key plant metrics/KPIs and equipment data to identify potential areas for continuous improvement then lead a team to develop an engineered solution
Provide electrical troubleshooting and industrial controls support to the maintenance department.
Provide support for the manufacturing Controls networks with an understanding of IP addressing, machine network switches and Vlan topology and as a liaison between plant personnel, corporate engineering and IT when needed.
Manage Rockwell Automation and other software/hardware and programs on department computers as well as ensuring all control devices are up to date with firmware and software revisions knowledge of Asset Center.
Maintain a library for all control device back-ups and updates
Work closely with operations management to provide effective controls support
Lead PdM (Predictive Maintenance) initiatives through conducting and training Maintenance personnel on Thermography, Ultrasonic Leak Detection and Vibration Analysis.
Ensure equipment in area is maintained, guarded and operated in accordance with defined safety regulations and procedures
Identify potential cost savings and cost avoidance; implement continuous improvement projects to achieve results
Participate in budget planning for area and department
Visit equipment suppliers as needed to inspect new equipment ensuring compliance with BBU corporate electrical specifications.
Ensure all new and retrofitted equipment has optimized electrical PMs
Support other BBU facilities if required, may require some minor travel.
Will be responsible for Mentoring, Developing, Training and Validating knowledge of electrical troubleshooting and controls systems with all Mechanics
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Key Behavioral Competencies:
Provide leadership and, or training to one or two other automation technicians.
Promote a strong teamwork environment
Supports without hesitation General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes & are Priority #1.
Work requires the ability to read, write and communicate in English in order to understand and follow work and safety instructions.
Capable of moving up and down building stairways in a multi-level plant to reach job assignments and perform the tasks required.
Worker will be exposed to all hazards of machinery and equipment in an operational baking environment
Education and Work History:
EE Degree, or equivalent
Three, or more years’ experience in the Automation field
A combination of education, training, and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted.
Equipment specific knowledge may be required based on location
Strong experience with the following software packages
o Rockwell Controls Software
o AutoCad (Preferred)
o Microsoft Office
Strong overall electrical knowledge and experience with electrical and industrial control systems.
Excellent communication skills and effective team building skills a must
Experience in a food processing plant is a plus
