Automation Engineer

CANPACK Group; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Job summary

CANPACK Group seeks a Subject Matter Expert for high-volume, high-speed manufacturing automation across line control, robotics, and HMI systems. You will deploy, monitor and maintain automation hardware and software to support plant KPIs, troubleshoot complex processes, and procure parts and maintenance services.

Ideal candidates have 5–8 years of PLC/HMI/robotics experience in fast-paced production, strong communication skills, and experience with Allen-Bradley systems.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge and experience required.
• Minimum 5–8 years programming and troubleshooting experience with PLC automation and controls.
• Experience in high-speed manufacturing environments and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, monitor and maintain automation hardware, OS and software to drive KPIs.
• Troubleshoot automated processes including line control and robotics.
• Specify and procure replacement parts and maintenance contracts.
• Evaluate options for technology across manufacturing operations.
• Develop and modify programs for process control, robotics and HMIs; maintain backups.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Robotics systems

Troubleshooting

Project management

Technical communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

RSLogix/Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position SummarySubject Matter Expert for high-volume, high-speed manufacturing processes in all areas of automation and machine/process controls. Ensure operational stability, efficiency, and security of automation systems and infrastructure.Essential Functions/Key DeliverablesDeploy, monitor, and maintain automation hardware, operating systems and application software to drive plant KPIs.Troubleshoot and lend technical support for automated manufacturing processes and equipment including line control and robotic systems.Specify and procure related replacement parts and maintenance contracts.Assess available options for technology and equipment throughout various areas of manufacturing operations.Evaluate and test new or modified software programs and software development procedures used to verify that programs function according to user requirements and established guidelines.Assist in the procurement; integrate new equipment and modification of automation software and equipment for material handling, production processing and packaging equipment.Create and maintain hardware documentation for all automation equipment.Develop new programs, modify, or edit existing programs for process control, robotics, and HMI's.Maintain and control current back up programs for all control processors, robotics, HMI’s, and data systems.Conduct necessary technology research and provide recommendationsInstalls and configures new hardware and software and provide user training and support as necessaryKnowledge/Skills/ExperienceAssociate or Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent knowledge and experience requiredMinimum 5-8 years programming and troubleshooting experience with PLC automation and related controlsMust have process/production experience in a high-speed manufacturing environmentExcellent communication, interpersonal, project management and technical skillsExtensive knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC systems and Systems Control TechnologiesProficient in programming and modification of new and existing PLC's and HMI'sAbility to communicate with all levels of personnel, including staff, vendors, and managementAbility to prioritize and interpret work requests and work ordersAbility to develop training material and provide training to management, technicians, and usersMinimum intermediate computer skills required (Microsoft Office Suite)Physical DemandsN (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs FPush/Pull 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs FStand OWalk OSit OManually Manipulate OReach Outward OReach Above Shoulder OClimb OCrawl OSquat or Kneel OBend OOther Physical RequirementsVision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)Sense of Sound - Ability to understand conversational speakingSense of TouchAbility to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - per safety guidelinesMobility to cover expansive manufacturing environmentWork EnvironmentAbility to work in an environment that can become very hot (temperature) depending on the weather.Reasonable Accommodations StatementTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Jeśli jesteś aktualnie pracownikiem CANPACK, aplikuj na ogłoszenie przez swoje konto w systemie Workday.Grupa CANPACK dokłada wszelkich starań, aby zapewnić równe szanse zatrudnienia wszystkim kandydatom i pracownikom. Decyzje o zatrudnieniu opierają się na względach zawodowych, niezależnie od narodowości, koloru skóry, religii, wieku, płci, orientacji seksualnej, tożsamości płciowej, pochodzenia, niepełnosprawności lub innego statusu chronionego prawem, chyba że ewentualne rozróżnienie jest wymagane prawem.