Operations Systems/Controls Developer

About the role

This position is responsible for developing, managing, and supporting operations systems used primarily on the plant floor and by Operations leaders. These systems include Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), data collection (Historian), operational reporting and dashboards, and integrations with other company systems. The role involves utilizing database systems for storing and retrieving data and collaborating with Operations Systems/Controls partners, Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, IT, and contractors to identify opportunities and user needs that enhance safety, operational efficiency, control, and performance of production assets.

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop, build, and install SCADA, MES, and information management solutions through programming/scripting, tag configuration, graphics, HMIs, reports/dashboards, and database systems to achieve productivity and safety outcomes designed in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Design solutions to improve safety, efficiency, control, and performance of company assets 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, requiring 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 where PLCs offer the best architected solution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Industrial Control Systems or a Manufacturing environment if no bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ years of experience in Operations Systems/Industrial Control Systems (within a manufacturing environment is preferred).
• Experience with SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian, Reporting/Dashboard, and Programming (experience with the Ignition SCADA Platform and the Perspective User Interface module is preferred).
• Understanding of hardware and software configuration, architecture, and design.
• Database skills in tables, views, stored procedures, SQL queries, and reporting.
• Ability to write software code/scripting logic (e.g., 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one, with an 8% 401(k) match and an additional annual contribution of about 8% of earnings (totaling around 16% in retirement savings annually).
• Opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year based on company goals.
• $10,000 relocation bonus plus a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for the position.
• Up to $5,000 annually to assist with childcare costs, including independent babysitters.
• Wellness Incentive and an employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) for fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
• Tuition reimbursement for further education relevant to your role and career goals.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one, including access to an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
• Partners Helping Partners program, where employees organize fundraisers to support colleagues in need.