Controls Engineer

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review PLC logic & debug for proper content, error-proofing, and data collection function

• Lead in root cause investigations and eliminate downtime issues.

• Participate in lean plant floor layout (value-add, error-proof, visual factory, Kan Ban material flow)

• Lead in continuous improvement.

• Review and modify as necessary all equipment PMs and critical spares lists

• Interface with equipment vendor(s) to ensure system design, build, runoff and installation

• Participate in lean plant floor layout (value-add, error-proof, visual factory, Kan Ban material flow)

• Review and approve electrical and controls schematics and assembly system BOMs

• Review and modify as necessary all equipment PMs and critical spares lists

• Review and approve mechanical drawings for accuracy, robustness, and adherence to specs

• Co-develop with QE all inspection criteria, gage requirements, and control documentation

• Support problem solving activities (7Step, Error-Proofing, Histogram, Fishbone, 5 Why) • Lead and support continuous improvement programs and employee involvement work teams

• Participate in CI programs and cost savings initiatives such as VA/VE, MCM, other

• Maintain and promote a clean, safe, and organized work environment

• Develop module assembly PFMEAs, Operator Instructions, Control Plans, & Process Flow Charts

• Support quality functions as necessary

Education,Qualification:

• 3+ years controls engineering experience

• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience

• Experience with RSLogix 5000, RSLinx (required)

• Experience with fastener torque systems (preferred)

• Technical proficiency in manufacturing and assembly processes and deployment of best practices

• Experience with lift assists and pneumatic devices (valve, cylinders)

• Experience with barcode scanners and RFID reader systems

• Experience with safety equipment (safety mats light curtain e-stop circuits)

• Proficiency developing PFMEAs, Operator Instructions, Control Plans, and Process Flow Charts • Working knowledge of gage & layout procedures

• Demonstrated leadership, team building, problem solving and decision making skills • Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project), ACAD, VisView.

• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi-task effectively

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Able to support extended hours (including weekends), multiple shifts, and minimal travel as required