Plant Controls and Information Systems Engineer, Lvl 7-10 - Full-time / Part-time

Company Name: Kroger Manufacturing
Position Type: Employee
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
 

 

Position Summary:

Support and troubleshoot all industrial control systems and networks. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Role model and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety of others.

Essential Job Functions:

• Run diagnostic tests and repair malfunctioning equipment in all areas of plant automation.
• Commission control systems, troubleshoot operational issues, perform equipment and process instrumentation calibration including flow and pressure transmitters, and level sensors.
• Perform preventative maintenance; ensure stock of critical spares, properly input data into the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), execute work orders, back up programs and keep prints and manuals current.
• Troubleshoot and commission all industrial control systems and networks, including: Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), process control; Servo; Wonderware Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA); Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs); Human Machine Interface (HMI); and robotics and industrial networks.
• Troubleshoot all programmable logic control (PLC), HMI, motor and motor control problems.
• Perform Input/Output (I/O) checks, PLC upgrades, and control system backups; maintain and update documentation.
• Drive operational improvement and cost reduction by enhancing industrial control schemes.
• Troubleshoot control network problems. Support the architecture and parameters of the network for PLCs, Wonderware and process databases.
• Complete assigned work orders, write work requests and collaborate with other team members to troubleshoot and repair processing and packaging equipment.
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements.
• Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing improvement of the SQF 2000 Systems.
• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Associate's degree in electronics or related field.
• 2 -5 years industrial controls experience using Allen Bradley, and RS Logix (ControlLogix, Simatic, PanelView Plus, RSView ME,) and similar control platforms.
• Proficient knowledge of related software (AutoCAD, RSLogic, RSLinx, RSView ME, Wonderware, MS Office).
• Working knowledge of all automation standard practices as defined by the Instrument Systems and Automation (ISA).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math skills.

Desired Previous Job Experience

• 2-5 years of food manufacturing experience.
• 2-5 years of industrial maintenance and PLC experience.
• 2-5 years of electrical and mechanical experience.
• Sound knowledge of electricity and electrical controls, lubrication, preventive maintenance, pneumatics, welding, and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledgeable in electrical circuits, welding, pneumatics, hydraulics, refrigeration, and boiler operation.
• Boiler Operator license and 3 or more years of experience operating high pressure boilers.
• Ammonia Operator Level 1 and 2 training; 3+ years of experience with ammonia and glycol refrigeration systems.

 

Education Level: Bachelor's Required
Required Travel: Up to 25%
Required Certifications/Licenses: None
Position Type: Full-Time
Regions: Mountain

States: Colorado
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Jobs at Kroger Manufacturing: Through quality products, strong individual commitments and team spirit, Kroger has been established as a leader in the manufacturing industry. Kroger Manufacturing provides career development programs aligned with aspirations in Engineering, Process Management, Information Systems, Quality Assurance, Operations Management, Human Resources, Finance and Procurement. Our work force programs provide technically challenging rotations with cross-functional teams, plants and locations to allow our Associates to learn from some of the brightest minds in the business. Experience and training combined with mentoring and guidance from plant sponsors prepare our Associates with the skills and leadership behaviors needed to achieve a successful career at Kroger.

 

Company Overview
Kroger Family of Companies employs nearly 443,000 associates who serve customers in 2,796 retail food stores under a variety of in 35 states and the District of Columbia.  Kroger and its subsidiaries operate an expanding ClickList offering – a personalized, order online, pick up at the store service – in addition to 2,253 pharmacies, 787 convenience stores, 324 fine jewelry stores, 1,439 supermarket fuel centers and 38 food production plants in the United States.  Kroger is recognized as one of America’s most generous companies for its support of more than 100 Feeding America food bank partners, breast cancer research and awareness, the military and their families, and more than 145,000 community organizations including schools. Careers with The Kroger Co. and our family of companies offer competitive wages, flexible schedules, benefits and room for advancement.

 

 Posting Notes:  CO || Denver || 10241 E 51st St || 80239 || Kroger Manufacturing || None || Engineering; Management; Manufacturing || Employee || Exempt || Full-Time || None