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Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.
We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks.
Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best.
Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?
Position Description
The Process Controls Engineer will help drive continuous improvement projects, and lead infrastructure automation upgrades to keep automation systems up-to-date and mitigate obsolescence. In addition, the Controls Engineer will be an expert in PLC, HMI, SCADA, VFD, and Servo System programming and troubleshooting, as well as a master in Ethernet Network configuration and diagnostics and developing the SQL Server. This position will also work to enhance the skills of Controls Technicians, Electricians, and Instrumentation Technicians through developing training development plans and organizing and delivering relevant training sessions.
Essential Functions:
- Utilizes expert knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, Ethernet Networks, I/O networks, to efficiently troubleshoot controls automation system issues, determine root cause, and implement timely, permanent solutions.
- Use condition monitoring tools to perform predictive maintenance (PdM) analysis on Production Equipment to identify pending maintenance issues, and issue PM work orders to take corrective action to prevent emergency breakdowns and to determine root cause of maintenance issues.
- Analyze performance trends and conducts root cause corrective action to drive improvements.
- Drive continuous improvement opportunities to improve plant performance and machine reliability
- Promote infrastructure automation upgrades and establish automation disaster recovery strategy
- Lead team of electricians and develop training plans to improve the team’s skillset
Requirements
Education & Experience:
- Diploma or degree in Electronics, Automation, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Rockwell Automation PLC, VFD, HMI, and Servo System programming and troubleshooting expert
- PLC programming utilizing RSLogix 5, 500, 5000, and FactoryTalk Studio software
- DeviceNet and Ethernet I/P knowledge will be key for success.
- Remote communication and I/O systems experience
- Experience in Virtual Network and Thin Clients
- SQL Server Experience (preferred)
- Licensed Industrial Electrician (preferred)
Skilled and Competencies:
- Ability to establish, meet deadlines and prioritize work
- Demonstrated problem solving skills
- Ability to initiate, compile, analyze and provide accurate reporting
- Must be confident, approachable, and energetic with an eye for detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Work with confidential information
- Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
- Customer Focused
- Ownership – is eager to take ownership of responsibilities; can and does think independently to excel in role; takes ownership of challenges.
- Results Focus – exhibits commitment to goals and consistently delivers results; demonstrates personal initiative and independent motivation to achieve goals and objectives; takes risks when necessary; undaunted by obstacles.
- Communication – relates well to people; builds rapport along all dimensions of organization; resolves conflicts; provides clear directions and information.
- Customer Focus – understands and meets needs of customers and business partners; builds positive customer relationships.
- Problem Solving – breaks down problems and generates a range of solutions; thinks outside the box and uses ideas of others to help develop solutions; acts and evaluates results of actions.
Working Environment:
- Physical Demands– Continuously standing or walking. Regular requirements to lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight.
- Visual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
- Work environment – Work and environment fasted paced, requiring ability to remain focused under pressure.
- Schedule – This role will be primarily be Monday – Friday but must be flexible to work nights and/or weekends as needed to support the business.
- Climate - This position requires the incumbent to have the ability to work in ambient hot and/or cold seasonal environments.
A Career with Refresco
Refresco offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, which include:
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- Life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan with company match
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Well-being benefits
- Discount programs
Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!
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