Operations Systems/Controls Developer

This position is responsible for developing, managing, and supporting operations systems used primarily on the plant floor and by Operations leaders including 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 while also utilizing database systems for storing and retrieving data.

About the role

This position works with Operations Systems/Controls partners as well as Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, IT, and contractors to identify opportunities and user needs that will increase safety, operational efficiency, control, and performance of production assets and partners. The position designs and develops solutions, system modifications, and enhancements for productivity improvements consistent with company standards and industry best practices. The position also manages projects and contributes to the company standards and improvements in the operations systems/controls space with collaboration throughout the company. Schreiber Foods has standardized to the Inductive Automation Ignition Perspective Platform for SCADA. This role is located at our Home Office in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Develop, build, and install SCADA, MES, and information management solutions through programming/scripting, tag configuration, graphics, HMIs, reports/dashboards, and database systems to gain the productivity and safety outcomes designed in collaboration with stakeholders and partners.
• Design solutions to improve safety, efficiency, control, and performance of company assets and partners 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, which requires 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 for situations where PLCs offer the best architected solution.
• Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements. Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups.
• Establishes and Audits PCPs, CCPs and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes, to ensure customer requirements are met.
• Reviews incidents during which the procedures are not met, and determines appropriate corrective action for partners failing to follow standard procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related field
• 3+ years experience in Operations Systems/Industrial Control Systems (within a manufacturing environment is preferred)
• SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian, Reporting/Dashboard, and Programming skills (experience with the Ignition SCADA Platform and the Perspective User Interface module is preferred)
• Hardware and software configuration, architecture, and design understanding
• Database skills in tables, views, stored procedures, SQL queries, and reporting
• Ability to write software code/scripting logic (i.e. 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
• The ability to learn new technologies and software systems efficiently
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and lead individual and team projects
• Travel up to 20%

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
• Up to $5,000 annually for childcare costs, including independent babysitters
• Wellness Incentive and employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) for fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses
• Tuition reimbursement for further education relevant to your role
• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision benefits starting day one, including an onsite nurse and mental health counselor
• Partners Helping Partners program, where employees organize fundraisers to support colleagues in need

About our Green Bay, WI Home Office

You’ll find lots to love in our beautiful home office in downtown Green Bay, Wisconsin. Our jeans-friendly environment has indoor and outdoor collaboration spaces, state-of-the-art R&D and sensory labs, culinary kitchens, a pilot plant, and an innovation center. Additional perks include:

• Outdoor workspaces
• Opportunity to sample and provide feedback on new products from our R&D team
• Free coffee, soda, and popcorn
• Short walks to restaurants, breweries, the YMCA, and a weekly farmer’s market on the scenic Fox River
• Views of Lambeau Field from our top floor