Position Summary:
The Controls Engineer position is accountable for the planning, development, design, and coordination of control systems in assigned Small Packaging-Metal facilities. Specific accountabilities include evaluating manufacturing processes to improve product quality, process efficiencies and machine reliability; failure analyses; developing new control systems and modifying existing systems; leading project activities in the areas of controls/electrical design and equipment integration.
Responsibilities:
- Manage activities of cost reduction projects – write AFE update reports.
- Monitor and improve machine process, develop work instructions and train employees.
- Participate in implementing safety improvements.
- Evaluates and improves manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs.
- Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting Programmable Electronic Systems.
- Participate in projects that support in reducing downtime and scrap.
- Organize, plan and commission new or modified production lines.
- Modify control system logic and industrial machinery to optimize equipment performance and control.
- Investigate operational problems affecting production in a systematic and methodical manner.
- Read and understand pneumatic, hydraulic, electric and electronic documentation and drawings and interpret equipment data.
- Electrical Schematic documentation for corporate
- Provide training to operators, supervisors, managers on new or modified processes.
- Strong understanding of Allen Bradley Control Systems, RSLogix 5000 & Siemens S7
- Works with maintenance department to ensure preventative and predictive maintenance compliance.
- Programs software to configure and/or make modifications to automated systems and process control systems, which will include maintaining a backup library of robotic, PLC and other instrumentation software.
- Evaluates, selects and coordinates with outside vendors for design, machining and fabrication of tooling and systems.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline; preferably in electrical or controls engineering. Associates degree with equivalent experience in Controls Engineering may be acceptable.
- 5-10 years of engineering experience required.
- Working knowledge of high-volume manufacturing.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing and quality improvement methods. Lean Manufacturing concepts.
- Project Management experience preferred.
- Six Sigma/Lean experience preferred.
- Experience with Robotics
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to work alone, or in a team environment with limited supervision.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent computer and data analysis skills. Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. SAP & Data Analysis (such as Minitab) experience a plus
Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company.
Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team.
At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that’s always striving to innovate and serve customers better—and help them be better stewards of the environment.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional—or just beginning your career—there’s a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!
Mauser Packaging Solutions is an 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, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical or controls) or associate with equivalent experience
- 5-10 years of engineering experience
- Strong understanding of Allen Bradley Control Systems, RSLogix 5000 and Siemens S7
- Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting Programmable Electronic Systems
- Experience with robotics and programming/maintaining robotic software
- Working knowledge of high-volume manufacturing and Lean manufacturing concepts
- Working knowledge of manufacturing and quality improvement methods
- Ability to read and interpret pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and electronic drawings and documentation
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or in teams
- Excellent computer and data analysis skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- SAP and data analysis (such as Minitab) experience
- Project management experience
- Six Sigma/Lean experience
What We Do
Mauser Packaging Solutions is a global leader in solutions and services across the packaging lifecycle, providing large and small metal, plastic, fiber and hybrid packaging worldwide to companies in industries from food, beverage, personal care and pharmaceuticals to chemicals, petrochemicals, agrochemicals and paints.
