Controls Engineer

The H&S Family of Bakeries are a network of 10 bakeries and multiple distribution centers along the East Coast all committed to one thing: producing the best quality bread products. H&S Family of Bakeries includes Northeast Foods, H&S Bakery and Schmidt Baking Co. Together, our baked goods can be found in a wide range of establishments, from fast food and quick-service restaurants to cafeterias, hospitals, grocery stores and universities to name a few.

The Controls Engineer supports the maintenance department by leading preventative maintenance, improvements, and repairs in automation systems and electrical controls while also assisting with department management.

In this role you will:

• Maintain automation systems including PLC's, HMI's, inverters, servos, robotics, network components, and computers.
• Troubleshooting of all controls issues as well as assisting maintenance in troubleshooting other issues using PLCs.
• Make changes to controls programs as needed to improve the system or to fix issues.
• Assist in the startup of new equipment, including IP addressing, acquiring all programs, and verifying the ability to connect and manage the new equipment.
• Maintain backups and change logs for all backups.
• Report any changes made to the program review group.
• Facilitate training mechanics to handle basic electrical troubleshooting and component replacements.
• Support engineering staff as needed with department management.
• Assist in any breakdowns and floor calls as needed.
• Must be on call off hours for trouble shooting from remote and on-site as necessary.
• Coverage for the assistant engineer and/or chief engineer in their absence.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in an industrial, automation controls operation.
• Food manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.
• Fluent with Allen Bradley systems including SLC and Logix PLC platforms, Panelview HMI's, PowerFlex inverters, Kinetix servo amplifiers, etc.
• Read and update electrical schematics.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems as well as wire in new components.
• Understanding of Ethernet networking.
• PC setup and troubleshooting.
• Proficient with office software, especially spreadsheets.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Understanding mechanical systems is crucial to success in this role.
• Available to work different shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

What's in it for you?

At the H&S Family of Bakeries, we value our team members and make it a priority to offer competitive compensation that encourages longevity with the company and long-term growth. We offer competitive pay and comprehensive and affordable benefits packages, including medical/dental/vision, short term disability, retirement savings, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program and of course - cool company swag.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.