Controls Engineering Manager
Company: Vobev
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
Description:Vobev is the first independent can maker and filler
in North America to streamline the beverage supply chain under one
roof in a 1.3 million sq ft facility, shrinking lead times,
reducing costs, and lowering the carbon footprint. Our culture,
built on Safety, Quality, and People, fosters innovation and
collaboration in an inclusive environment. We're passionate about
building world-class drinkable brands and need a pioneering team to
deliver on this vision. Join us to disrupt the industry and make a
difference every day.
SUMMARYThe Controls Engineering Manager will lead the design,
development, and optimization of advanced control systems for
can-making and can-filling manufacturing operations. This role
involves strategic oversight of automation projects, mentoring
junior engineers, and ensuring that systems are fully integrated
and scalable to meet the long-term needs of the facility. The ideal
candidate will have significant expertise in control systems, be
capable of managing cross-functional teams, and drive continuous
improvement initiatives for enhanced productivity and
efficiency.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Automation Strategy & Leadership: Develop long-term automation
strategies to align with business goals and ensure scalability of
manufacturing operations.
- Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of complex
control systems, including advanced PLCs, robotics, HMI, SCADA
systems, and other automated equipment.
- Serve as the technical expert on automation and control
systems, providing guidance and support to both engineering teams
and leadership.
- Manage, mentor, and develop a team of automation engineers or
technicians, fostering growth and ensuring successful project
execution. Including interviewing, hiring, and training employees;
planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance;
rewarding and disciplining employees
- Oversee the training and development of staff on control system
best practices and emerging technologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical,
electrical, and IT departments, as well as external vendors and
contractors.
- Project Management & Oversight: Lead large-scale automation
projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring projects are
delivered on time, within budget, and meet performance
objectives.
- Define project scope, resource allocation, and timelines in
collaboration with internal stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain high-level documentation of all systems,
including design specifications, risk assessments, and test
procedures.
- System Integration & Optimization: Oversee the integration of
control systems across multiple manufacturing lines, ensuring
seamless operation, real-time data acquisition, and minimal
downtime.
- Continuously evaluate and improve system performance by
analyzing key metrics, implementing predictive maintenance, and
upgrading equipment as necessary.
- Ensure that control systems meet both internal safety protocols
and external regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO).
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Drive continuous
improvement initiatives to optimize automation processes, reduce
production costs, and improve overall equipment effectiveness
(OEE).
- Research and implement cutting-edge technologies in automation,
robotics, and data analytics (e.g., Industry 4.0, machine learning)
to keep the facility at the forefront of innovation.
- Lead efforts to standardize control systems across multiple
production lines or facilities.
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure that all control systems are
designed with safety as a priority, complying with safety
regulations such as OSHA, GMPs, and industry-specific
standards.
- Develop risk assessments, including failure mode and effects
analysis (FMEA), to identify and mitigate potential safety and
reliability issues.
Why Join Us: Vobev offers a comprehensive benefits package to
include medical, dental, disability, 401(k), paid holidays and PTO
with opportunities for professional growth and development in a
collaborative and supportive work environment. We are committed to
safety and quality in all aspects of what we do. Vobev is an
equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are
committed to creating an inclusive environment for all
employees.
Requirements:QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems,
Automation Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree
preferred with
- 7+ years of experience in automation and control systems within
a manufacturing environment, preferably in can-making, filling, or
packaging industries.
- Leadership experience, managing and mentoring teams and leading
large-scale automation projects.
- Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies, machine learning, or
data analytics for process optimization.
- Extensive hands-on experience with advanced PLCs (e.g.,
Siemens, Allen-Bradley), SCADA systems, robotics, and industrial
communication protocols.
- Strong background in systems integration, data acquisition, and
control architecture design.
- Expert-level proficiency in programming and troubleshooting
PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and industrial networks.
- Experience in project management, including planning,
budgeting, and stakeholder communication.
- Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous
improvement methodologies.
- Experience in project management, including planning,
budgeting, and stakeholder communication.
Physical Demands: The Physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is
required to sit and use hands to finger, handle and feel objects,
tools, and controls. The employee is frequently required to stand,
walk, bend, and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee may be required to lift objects such as equipment
parts, tools, and supplies, which could vary in weight. Company
safe lifting guidelines or restrictions must be followed to ensure
the safety and well-being of employee. Employees should complete
proper training on safe lifting techniques and the use of lifting
aids or equipment provided to minimize the risk of injury. Specific
vision abilities required by this job include close vision,
distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the
ability to adjust focus.
Vobev is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation
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Keywords: Vobev, West Valley City , Controls Engineering Manager, Engineering , Salt Lake City, Utah
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