Controls Engineer

Horseshoe Beverage Co.; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Horseshoe Beverage Co. in Neenah, WI is seeking a Controls Engineer to manage PLC ladder logic and HMI development for our expanding beverage operations.

You will troubleshoot, program, and optimize control systems, lead capital projects from design to start-up, and mentor maintenance and operations staff.

This on-site role follows a 5:00 pm–5:00 am non-rotating 2-2-3 schedule and requires independent problem solving and a strong background in industrial automation.

Responsibilities

• Provide Direction and Support for PLC ladder logic programming and HMI Application programming.
• Write and/or modify PLC programs to control industrial food processing equipment.
• Support operations and maintenance to keep equipment running and maximize efficiency.
• Contributes to improvements in internal processes and designs to ensure efficient development of systems and products.
• Provide Technical Mentorship and Direction for other Engineers, Maintenance and Operations Personnel.
• Uses independent judgment, consistently and clearly demonstrates creativity and innovation in finding solutions.
• Identifies root cause of problems.
• Develops alternative solutions and communicates associated benefits and risks.
• Develop and follow control standards; create and modify HMI screens for operators.
• Creates and reviews designs, drawings, BOMs and specs to meet standards.
• Writes processes, procedures and policies as required.
• Prepares documentation and specifications as required.
• Manages capital projects from design to start-up.

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS: About Us: Trilliant Food & Nutrition is a leading, vertically integrated manufacturer of premium coffees and powdered beverages, proudly headquartered in Little Chute, Wisconsin. With a legacy rooted in quality, innovation, and service, Trilliant delivers branded and private label solutions across retail, foodservice, and e-commerce channels. Horseshoe Beverage Company, based in Neenah, WI, is a leading ready-to-drink beverage manufacturer dedicated to delivering an exceptional beverage experience. By combining industry-leading talent, cutting-edge equipment, and a vertically integrated supply chain, we drive innovation and consistently deliver the highest quality products to our customers-first and fast. Our brand portfolio includes Victor Allen's, Dutch Bros beverages and Nurri, our better-for-you protein beverage line. We are passionate about beverages - and about building a team that's just as energized. We invite you to explore opportunities at Trilliant or Horseshoe, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. Our Core Values:

Position Overview:

The Controls Engineer will manage and support controls/automation projects and upgrading existing systems. This position will perform high level technical controls programming, troubleshooting and improvements. Our facility is expanding, which provides the opportunity to be involved in new line and/or new product start-ups and development of maintenance department process and procedure development. This position works 5:00p-5:00a on a non-rotating 2-2-3 schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Provide Direction and Support for PLC ladder logic programming and HMI Application programming.
• Write and/or modify PLC programs to control industrial food processing equipment.
• Support operations and maintenance to keep equipment running and maximize efficiency.
• Contributes to improvements in internal processes, standards, and designs to ensure efficient development of systems and products to meet our business expectations.
• Provide Technical Mentorship and Direction for other Engineers, Maintenance and Operations Personnel.
• Uses independent judgment, consistently and clearly demonstrates creativity and innovation in finding solutions.
• Identifies root cause of problems.
• Develops alternative solutions and communicates associated benefits and risks.
• Develop and follow Control Standards Create and modify HMI screens for operator interaction.
• Creates and reviews, designs, draws, BOMs, specifications, etc. and ensures that projects meet specifications, standards, and performance requirements within area of expertise.
• Writes processes, procedures and policies as required.
• Prepares written information, documentation, reports, correspondence, procedures and/or specifications as required.
• Project Management - Manage Capital Projects from Conceptual Design through Start-up\....

EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled