Controls Engineer: Lead Automation & Continuous Improvement

Adecco Permanent Recruitment

Kansas City (MO)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Adecco Permanent Recruitment is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to support, maintain, and optimize manufacturing automation systems in a fast-paced plant environment. You will troubleshoot, lead root cause analyses, and drive continuous improvement to enhance reliability, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities include PLC/HMI work, robotics support, safety audits, equipment launches, and mentoring maintenance staff.

Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, Programming, or related field.
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, Maintenance Technician, or related role within a manufacturing environment.
Experience supporting and troubleshooting robotic automation systems in production.
Experience working in high-volume manufacturing environments, including Just-in-Time (JIT), sequencing, batch, or automated assembly operations.

Responsibilities

Analyze machine performance and optimize manufacturing processes using PLC and automation data.
Troubleshoot control systems and lead root cause analysis efforts for recurring and intermittent equipment issues.
Design, select, and integrate error-proofing and quality verification systems to improve product quality.
Maintain and troubleshoot industrial Ethernet networks and communication systems.
Conduct audits of safety control systems and ensure equipment complies with safety requirements.
Plan, coordinate, and execute automation, controls, and continuous improvement projects.
Partner with equipment manufacturers, integrators, and automation vendors to implement new technologies and process improvements.
Support new equipment launches and manufacturing process implementations, ensuring all documentation, manuals, spare parts lists, preventive maintenance requirements, and technical resources are transferred and maintained.
Lead process improvement activities for new and existing manufacturing operations.
Develop and improve preventive maintenance programs in collaboration with maintenance and production teams.
Provide technical support for controls-related production issues and respond quickly to minimize downtime.
Mentor and support maintenance technicians to improve troubleshooting capabilities and technical expertise.
Ensure manufacturing equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably.
Assist with equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and ongoing maintenance activities.
Evaluate equipment and spare parts requirements and support procurement recommendations.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and cost performance through automation and process optimization.