Operations Systems/Controls Developer

Missouri Ag Connection; Carthage, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

8% 401(k) match into ESOP

Relocation bonus of $10,000

Relocation package

Childcare assistance up to $5,000

Wellness incentive

Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision benefits from

Nurse and mental health counselor on‑d

Job summary

Schreiber Foods is seeking an experienced Operations Systems/Controls Engineer for our Fairview, MO plant. You will develop and support SCADA, HMI, MES, and database-driven reporting to improve safety and production efficiency.

The role requires collaboration with Operations, Engineering, IT, and maintenance teams and involves project management and system documentation. You will work on Ignition Perspective-based dashboards, data collection, and integrations, with 24/7 availability for support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related field.
• 5+ years experience in Industrial Control Systems or Manufacturing environment if no bachelor's degree.
• 3+ years experience in Operations Systems/Industrial Control Systems.
• SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian, Reporting/Dashboard, and Programming skills (Ignition platform preferred).
• Database skills in SQL and ability to write Python or scripting code.
• Understanding of PLC concepts and industrial control systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, build, and install SCADA, MES, and information management solutions on the plant floor.
• Design solutions to improve safety, efficiency, and performance of assets.
• Provide troubleshooting and proactive maintenance with cross-functional teams.
• Manage projects and document system implementations, training, and guides.
• Prioritize requests and maintain a backlog of system opportunities.
• Implement PLC solutions when they are the best architectural option.

Skills

SCADA

HMI

MES

Historian

Reporting/Dashboard

Ignition Perspective

Ignition SCADA

SQL

Python

PLC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Ignition Perspective

Ignition SCADA

SQL

Job description

Job Category

Engineering

Job Family

Systems & Controls Engineering

Job Description

This position is responsible for developing, managing, and supporting operations systems used primarily on the plant floor and by Operations leaders including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI's), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), data collection (Historian), operational reporting and dashboards, and integrations with other company systems while also utilizing database systems for storing and retrieving data. This position works with Operations Systems/Controls partners as well as Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, IT, and contractors to identify opportunities and user needs that will increase safety, operational efficiency, control, and performance of production assets and partners. The position designs and develops solutions, system modifications, and enhancements for productivity improvements consistent with company standards and industry best practices. The position also manages projects and contributes to the company standards and improvements in the operations systems/controls space with collaboration throughout the company. Schreiber Foods has standardized to the Inductive Automation Ignition Perspective Platform for SCADA.

This role is 100% on-site at our Fairview manufacturing facility in Carthage, Missouri.

Relocation Benefits

Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for this position.

What you'll do

• Develop, build, and install SCADA, MES, and information management solutions through programming/scripting, tag configuration, graphics, HMI's, reports/dashboards, and database systems to gain the productivity and safety outcomes designed in collaboration with stakeholders and partners.
• Design solutions to improve safety, efficiency, control, and performance of company assets and partners by working collaboratively with users and fellow operations systems/controls partners to understand opportunities, issues, and potential solutions.
• Provide issue support, troubleshooting, and proactive maintenance of operations systems, which requires 24/7 call availability, and engage appropriate IT, Maintenance, or other support teams for cross-functional support as necessary.
• Manage projects and plan system implementations by considering impacts and risks to production processes and end users. Manage project tasks and communicate plans effectively. Build and manage system documentation and user training/guides for operations systems and changes impacting production.
• Prioritize requests and manage a backlog of system opportunities for operations systems through alignment with key stakeholders and leaders.
• Implement and support Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) solutions through programming, and communication configurations for situations where PLCs offer the best architected solution.

What you need to succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related field.
• 5+ years experience in Industrial Control Systems or Manufacturing environment if no bachelor's degree.
• 3+ years experience in Operations Systems/Industrial Control Systems (within a manufacturing environment is preferred).
• SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian, Reporting/Dashboard, and Programming skills (experience with the Ignition SCADA Platform and the Perspective User Interface module is preferred.)
• Hardware and software configuration, architecture, and design understanding.
• Database skills in tables, views, stored procedures, SQL queries, and reporting.
• Ability to write software code/scripting logic (i.e. Python).
• Understanding of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) concepts and programming logic and execution.
• Understanding of Industrial Control Systems and components.
• Ability to understand production and manufacturing processes and concepts.
• Effective Communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The ability to learn new technologies and software systems efficiently.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and lead individual and team projects.
• Travel up to 5-10% for plant positions.

Eligible partners will receive

• Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you'll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. In addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount - about 8% of your earnings - toward your retirement every year. That's a company contribution of around 16% in retirement savings annually. That's hard to beat!
• Earn bonus pay. You'll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
• Ready to make a move? Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for a U.S. Salaried position.
• Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
• Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
• Pursue development that's relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
• Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
• Experience caring like you've never experienced it before. We have a program that's completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It's called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.
• Benefits that support your whole life. Visit Schreiber - Care for you to see everything Schreiber offers to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future.

For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, acceptable vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.