Electrical Controls Supervisor

ArdaghGroup; Olive Branch (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardagh Group seeks an Electrical Controls Supervisor to lead the electrical/PLC department, drive automation and process controls improvements, and support plant technicians with standards and training.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, systems upgrades (AC/DC motors, VFDs, PLC/HMI), and collaboration with maintenance and operations to boost machine performance and efficiency across the site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in industrial PLC/electrician roles with supervisory experience
• Experience with PLC/SCADA/HMI programming and troubleshooting
• Experience using a CMMS for work order management
• Ability to lead and mentor electrical technicians
• Strong safety awareness and leadership skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate Electrical/PLC tasks and improvement projects
• Troubleshoot machinery and provide automation programming support
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations to maximize performance
• Upgrade control systems from older technologies to newer platforms
• Develop data acquisition and reporting; mentor technicians
• Lead capital project efforts and manage parts inventory

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Troubleshooting

Leadership

CMMS experience

Safety compliance

Communication

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC-5

ControlLogix

CMMS

Industrial PCs/SCADA

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Controls Supervisor. The Electrical Controls Supervisor will be responsible for the electrical/PLC department and staff and will provide technical expertise in machine automation and electrical/PLC systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving continuous improvement in electrical/PLC systems and process controls to enhance operating efficiency. They will support consistency and compatibility in the process control program through implementing standards along with training and support of plant electronic technicians.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and coordinate Electrical/PLC day-to-day tasks and improvement projects throughout the plant site
• Hands on involvement in machinery troubleshooting, as needed
• Provide process control and automation programming and troubleshooting expertise
• Work in conjunction with maintenance and operations staff to maximize machine performance and improvement
• Design and implement/manage the update of control systems from old technology to new technology (such as Allen-Bradley PLC-5 systems to ControlLogix)
• Upgrade and fine tune control systems to improve equipment performance
• Assist in developing data acquisition and reporting
• Develop electrical technician crew through mentoring and training
• Provide leadership and support for Capital Projects
• Maintain electrical shop supplies and spare parts inventory
• Review existing electrical engineering criteria to identify necessary revisions, deletions, or amendments to outdated material
• Establish a working environment which promotes the importance of employees acting with integrity and in an ethical manner
• Ensure the execution of key internal controls within the area of responsibility
• Demonstrate commitment to the Ardagh core values and policies and procedures

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an industrial PLC/Electrician, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role
• Experience utilizing a CMMS for work order management
• PLC and HMI programming experience
• Proven track record of Electrical/PLC equipment troubleshooting, repair and installation
• Experience in developing procedures and implementing best practices in an Electrical/PLC department
• Ability to follow and promote site safety policy and procedures
• Strong Organizational and Leadership Skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively in a highly interactive team environment
• Comprehensive knowledge of PLC's including advanced programming
• Comprehensive knowledge of variable frequency drives, AC/DC motors and their controls
• Comprehensive knowledge of pneumatic and electronic instrumentation
• Understanding of wireless technology implementation
• Detail and results-oriented with strong troubleshooting/problem-solving skills
• Excellent computer skills - including Microsoft Office

About Ardagh Metal Packaging

Ardagh Metal Packaging (AMP) is a leading supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable metal beverage cans to brand owners globally. An operating business of sustainable packaging business Ardagh Group, AMP is a leading industry player across Europe and the Americas, with innovative production capabilities, 23 production facilities, more than 6,000 employees and recorded revenues of $4.8 billion in 2023.AMP is 76%-owned by Ardagh Group and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker AMBP.

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Group is a global supplier of infinitely recyclable metal and glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for brand owners around the world. We have grown to a team of approximately 20,000 people with revenues of more than $9 billion. Today we have a presence across the Americas, Europe and Africa.

• Ardagh produces many of the beverage cans and bottles that contain your favourite beverages.
• Our packaging is manufactured from metal and glass - permanent materials that can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality.
• Ardagh produces more than 60 billion containers per year (more than 160 million containers per day).

The future we're creating for Ardagh is built around our four Core Values of Inclusion, Trust, Teamwork and Excellence. We offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team - you'll enjoy the journey!

Nearest Major Market: Memphis