Automation Supervisor (Nights)

About the role

The Automation Supervisor position is located on-site at our Boardman, Oregon facility. This role plays a crucial part in the Tillamook Team, one of the fastest-growing dairy brands in the US, responsible for over 200 dairy products in seven categories.

Responsibilities

• Works with the plant's Controls Engineer to supervise and train plant Automation and Controls Technicians and maintenance technicians.
• Provides technical support to manufacturing operations; improves machine and equipment control; troubleshoots operating problems; designs and implements capital improvements.
• Oversees PLC, HMI and plant SCADA hardware and software systems; trains production operators in new or modified process control operations.
• Maintain control system documentation; upgrade and maintain Software tools and applications; maintain hardware revision levels to accommodate software upgrades.
• Implements long-term strategy and plan for control systems as defined by automation manager; implement standards and guidelines for plant control systems as defined by automation manager.
• Oversee/maintain and modify programming for utilities, process and CIP systems; collaborate with Information Technology to integrate PLC, WonderWare, and other systems (Ignition).
• Align information in enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, with actual process on work floor; oversee and maintain PLC and HMI network systems, and collaborate with IT to manage PLC and HMI communications across company Ethernet/fiber optic network.
• Train select maintenance technicians in plant PLC systems to aid in troubleshooting and maintenance; designs and implements small capital improvements to PLC and HMI systems; assist in planning and implementation of long-range facility/process expansions.
• Manage selected capital projects, as directed by Automation Manager; guide/direct the work of outside PLC and controls contractors; oversee and or Setup and install instruments and control system components.
• Oversee and complete process work orders in a timely fashion; provide technical support to plant manufacturing operations; solve problems in plant control system and plant operations, including upgrading and retrofitting equipment and facilities.
• Assist in installation of new equipment by taking the lead in control system aspects of installation; coordinate with automation manager to plan, deliver, and document training; assist in development of training materials.
• Present training materials in one-on-one and group settings.

Requirements

• Associates degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in food or beverage manufacturing environment, including hands-on maintenance experience.
• Experience providing PLC & HMI programming, hardware installation, and software installation.
• Experience performing instrument and control loop tuning and calibration.
• Knowledge of Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC control systems and WonderWare & Ignition SCADA systems.
• Experience with ERP, WMS, CMMS, and calibration management systems strongly desired.

Qualifications

• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Must be computer literate with basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and SQL.
• Must be a team player and be able to interact with staff at all levels of the company.
• Must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and be flexible in working on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Must have sound troubleshooting skills.
• Must be able to self-teach in areas of deficiency.

Skills

• Associates degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in food or beverage manufacturing environment, including hands-on maintenance experience.
• Experience providing PLC & HMI programming, hardware installation, and software installation.
• Experience performing instrument and control loop tuning and calibration.
• Knowledge of Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC control systems and WonderWare & Ignition SCADA systems.
• Experience with ERP, WMS, CMMS, and calibration management systems strongly desired.

Benefits

We offer outstanding benefits to our employees. For more information, please visit the careers page:

Pay

Tillamook County Creamery Association (TCCA) offers competitive compensation packages tailored to individual performance and qualifications. Please refer to the careers page for details.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is typically full-time, with standard business hours. Specific shifts may vary based on departmental needs.