Manufacturing Controls Specialist

Role Summary As an integral member of the Operations and IT Team, this role is dedicated to supporting, maintaining and facilitating secure Operational Technology (OT) systems across MANN+HUMMEL’s manufacturing sites. The Specialist will support, maintain and improve automation processes as well as act as a bridge between traditional IT and Operation environments. Must be willing to learn to be the primary IT/OT knowledge holder. Main Tasks Job Summary Assist in the integration of production equipment into the broader IT/OT infrastructure, ensuring alignment with MANN+HUMMEL Operations and IT standardsDesign, develop, integrate, maintain and troubleshoot PLC platforms with SCADA (Ignition/WW) and MES (SAPME) integrationsSupport PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradle, Siemens and maintain backups and program documentationDiagnose and resolve automation, control, and machine performance issuesSupport communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, and OPC.Ensure network segmentation and security between IT and OT environments (e.g., using Cisco/Palo Alto solutions)Collaborate with local engineering and production teams to resolve technical issuesDeliver support for OT-related incidents, including root cause analysis and long-term resolution planningSupport OT-related projects such as system upgrades, migrations, and security initiationTrouble shoot and identify key opportunities to improve system stability, performance, and maintainabilityEvaluate new features or functions that would improve manufacturing KPIsPilot improvements regionally before wider adoptionAdditional duties as assigned Skills Process Improvement Lean Methodologies Innovation Management Machine Connectivity & Data Security Product Testing & Validation Production Planning Process Development Your Profile Education: Degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, IT, or a related field Experience: Strong experience supporting and developing manufacturing automation systemsHands-on knowledge of SCADA systems (e.g., Siemens WinCC, Rockwell, Schneider) and industrialPLC experience with Allen Bradley and/or SiemensExperience in IT support roles with a focus on OT environments, preferably within Manufacturing2 years MS SQL Server experience (administration and scripting)Experience supporting or implementing MES systems, preferably SAP ME (Manufacturing Execution).Prior networking experience (will not be programming PLCs)Experience with enterprise network security and segmentation tools (e.g., Cisco, Palo Alto) Skills Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills within a structured, independent work styleExcellent communication skills in English; ability to work effectively in cross-functional and multicultural teams