Controls / Automation Specialist

Job ID: 2009735

Career Area: Manufacturing

Job Category: Salaried

Location: Toledo Assembly Complex – Toledo

43608, US

Brand: FCA Group

The Controls / Automation Engineer is responsible for planning, implementing, maintaining, and leading stable and capable production/business processes as they pertain to Paint Shop equipment and process functionality.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Maintain Safety – Quality – Delivery – Cost – Environment – Moral initiatives

Enhance machine/equipment capabilities as they relate to safety, throughput, cost, and quality

Test and coordinate the implementation of preventive actions in the production process to establish and verify capable and stable production processes

Resolve issues associated with assembly automation, process quality, workstations, robotics and automated equipment; troubleshoot PLC controls with electrical components servo-drives, motors, wiring and panels; and will review and make PLC program changes on Siemens, Fanuc, Allen Bradley and other machining PLC programs

Capture and document changes and update prints as needed; lead, coordinate and facilitate trouble shooting electrical and process issues

Lead problem resolution initiatives as they relate to equipment downtime, throughput improvement or any safety concerns, establish, maintain, update and administer electrical and mechanical control plans; participate in all aspects of simultaneous engineering efforts to improve current processes and new projects; and perform any related tasks as needed

Work with and supervise skilled trades employees and direct/manage salary manpower

Coordinate and manage the 3rd shift, 7-day operation

Lead Development and Optimization of Paint Process Equipment, converting ideas into tangible measurable manufacturing gains / improvements

Coordinate Professional Maintenance and breakdown activities

Standardized Maintenance Procedure (SMP) – creation and continuous improvement

Ownership of Powder Prime, Automated Sealer, and PTED systems

Basic Qualifications:

BS degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

5+ years manufacturing experience in automotive assembly and/or machining environment

Direct Supervision of Salary and Hourly employees

Proven program experience with Siemens, Fanuc, Allen Bradley, PLC-5, SLC500 & Controls Logix

Must have the ability to troubleshoot electric, hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Proficient in all Microsoft Office products

The ability to work a flexible work schedule, daily overtime, multiple shifts, and weekends support

Preferred Qualifications:

Self-directed and motivated Effective problem–solving skills