Come and work for a 2024 Top Workplace USA employer and be a part of our Columbia, MO team as a Controls Engineer
Purpose:
The Controls Engineer is responsible for the implementation of technical projects/new equipment, maintenance of the industrial network, ongoing PLC work, shop floor data collection, and will assist with resolution of technical issues with the plant.
Essential Responsibilities:
- All plant personnel have the responsibility to monitor and report any deviations from our Food Safety and Food Quality (HACCP & SQF) programs to your immediate supervisor.
- Ensure plant industrial systems are maintained at optimum efficiency.
- Program systems to interact with the industrial network such as corporate ERP or factory efficiency systems.
- Be a resource for data mining for plant and coordinate operations.
- Assist in implementation of programming for plant capital projects.
- Make necessary changes to current systems to meet operational needs.
- Participate in the selection process for new equipment.
- Assist with implementation of projects as chosen by the plant teams.
- Support the Maintenance Manager during project implementation.
- SQF Support – Responsible for development, training, implementation and compliance to the SQF program
Other Required Responsibilities:
- Plant operations are 24/7 – some tasks may require attention during outside of regular work hours.
- Coordinate projects and repair activities within all departments.
- Available for scheduled and non-scheduled travel.
Knowledge & Experience:
- Degree or Certification in Engineering or equivalent work experience required.
- 3-5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment or industrial programming.
- 3-5 years’ experience in management and employee development.
- Experience working with Rockwell’s FactoryTalk and RS suite of programs.
- Experience with industrial networking and maintenance.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server is a plus.
- Experience working with cross functional teams, in a dynamic environment.
- Thorough understanding of plant operations.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable mode of transportation and proof of automobile insurance with required levels of coverage.
- Familiarity with virtual environments and Vcenter preferable.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to work for extended periods in an office environment as well as spending an entire day on the plant floor. Walking, climbing, bending, stooping and working in adverse environments will all be a requirement. Must be comfortable working in a very high-speed and every changing environment. Lifting up to 50lbs at times. Able to travel via automobile or airline.
Position Back-Up Support
Sr Manager, Plant Automation
Skills Required
- Degree or certification in Engineering, or equivalent work experience
- 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment or industrial programming
- 3-5 years of experience in management and employee development
- Experience with Rockwell FactoryTalk and RS Suite programs
- Experience with industrial networking and maintenance
- Experience working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment
- Thorough understanding of plant operations
- Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and required automobile insurance coverage
- Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server
- Familiarity with virtual environments and VMware vCenter
- Ability to work outside regular hours when required
- Ability to travel by automobile or airline
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on the plant floor in adverse environments
What We Do
At Aurora Organic Dairy – it is our obligation to take care of our animals, respect our people and improve the health of the planet for the future. Founded in 1976 in Jerome, ID and now headquartered in Boulder, CO the company employs more than 750 employees and has more than 20,000 dairy cows. We deliver retail brand products that deliver a competitive advantage. Our team specializes in helping retailers and other marketers throughout the U.S. build their own brand success through product innovation and organic dairy products of the highest quality. As a results, brand owners can proudly market value-added, traceable, and certified organic products designed to delight consumers and drive sales. Our mission is to deliver organic dairy integrity, form cow to carton to everyone, everywhere through our values of teamwork, excellence and by being entrepreneurial, compassionate, transparent, and displaying organic stewardship. What it’s like to work here From our Colorado headquarters to our Dairy Processing facilities in Platteville, CO and Columbia, MO, and or Dairy Farms in Colorado and Texas we have a shared vision to tread lightly on the planet, treating our people and animals with respect, giving back to our local communities. Careers We are always looking for dedicated employees to help us produce the highest quality organic milk at our dairy farms, in our processing plants and at our corporate office. We are proud to offer our employees – regardless of rank or role within the company – a robust and competitive benefits package, including: • Competitive wages. • Generous paid time off and paid holidays. • Medical and dental benefits. • 401K and Roth retirement savings plans with a company match. • Training and career development. • Life insurance. • Short-term disability coverage (optional). • Tuition support for career development. • Parental leave. • Scholarships for family members of our employees who qualify.
