Controls Specialist Sr.

Specialty Granules
United States, Wisconsin, Pembine
N19304 Mine Rd (Show on map)
Sep 16, 2024
Over 90 years of quality products and superior service. Job Description: SUMMARY Senior Controls Specialist who will be responsible for electrical safety and training, serve as a key problem solver for the plant's control systems, and act as a lead for other instrumentation and electrical personnel. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is technically curious and demonstrates superior written and verbal communication skills. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Level Based Competencies Strong written and verbal skills Maintain all logic and PLC programs, install switches, and perform maintenance on the network as needed. Manage records regarding all system software changes and communicate any changes to affected employees. Technical knowledge/skills Perform analysis, detailed design (including documentation), capital request preparation, installation, start-up/checkout/debugging, and cost control of assigned projects. Provide technical expertise in support of capital projects, process evaluation, and equipment modification. Participate in process improvement efforts in support of plant goals. Monitor plant systems, analyze performance, and initiate action for optimization to achieve plant goals for safety, productivity, and cost effectiveness. Maintain all logic and PLC programs, install switches, and perform maintenance on thenetwork as needed. Manage records regarding all system software changes and communicate any changes to affected employees. Manage contractors and maintenance staff during project installations. Create electrical training programs for electrical, instrument, and mechanical teams to stay abreast of federal, state and local regulations. Partner with Plant Mgmt to develop the five-year capital planning and the annual electrical operating budget. Perform other duties as assigned. Education/Experience* An Associate's degree coupled with 5 to 7 years of demonstrated experience in an industrial continuous process atmosphere. Demonstrated process control experience in defining, designing, installing and maintaining control logic systems and equipment. Willingness to assume roles of team leader and team member when necessary. Advanced demonstrated communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree coupled with 5+ to 7 years of demonstrated experience in an industrial continuous process atmosphere. Dimensions No. of direct reports: 0 No. of indirect reports: 0 Budget Responsibility: Travel Requirements: Plant based, no travel Working Conditions: hot, cold, dusty, dirty Physical Requirements: must be able to bend, stoop, climb ladders, work at heights, and be able to lift up to 50lbs. At Specialty Granules LLC , we believe our employees are our greatest resource.We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions. Specialty Granules LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit). If you are currently an SGI employee, please do not apply here. Please click on the Careers bubble in Workday, which can be accessed via the HR Portal.