Michigan Milk Producers Association
Industrial Automation/Process Project Engineer
Michigan Milk Producers Association, Ovid, Michigan, United States, 48866
Overview
Michigan Milk Producers Association is actively interviewing for an
Industrial Automation/Process Project Engineer . This role provides engineering support within manufacturing operations including, but not limited to - fluid milk receiving, separation, blending, batching, culture manufacture, pasteurization, evaporators, dryers, RO, CIP, packaging, and product storage systems. All functions are performed in accordance with PMO, FDA, MIOSHA, IOSHA, OSHA, and MMPA requirements, while maximizing operational efficiencies. Activities should be aligned with company goals of safety, quality, regulatory preparedness, financial performance, inventory controls, and environmental mission. The role requires facilitation of continuous improvement of the process through effective communication and will have a high level of experience in fluid and batch processing automation systems. Responsibilities include preparing, scheduling, coordinating, documenting, and validating assigned engineering projects; daily interaction with engineering and plant teams to support operational needs and requirements. About Us
The Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) – established in 1916 – is a dairy farmer-owned and operated milk marketing cooperative and dairy processor. MMPA serves dairy farmers throughout Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, and Indiana, employing approximately 625 people in four states. Products include fluid milk, cheese, ultra-filtered milk, ice cream, butter, nonfat dry milk, cream, and condensed skim milk. What You’ll Love Working Here
Competitive salary Health and wellness benefits with medical coverage Disability insurance Paid time off Retirement including 401k with employer contributions Personal and professional growth opportunities Employee appreciation events and recognition awards Employee wellness initiatives Employee feedback and suggestion forums Job Responsibilities
Responsible for all aspects of food safety and quality as defined in plant and department procedures. Resource to participate in process effectiveness reviews and provide necessary engineering support for all plant processes. Maintain SQL traceability software, extrapolate and analyze information, make recommendations, and take action as needed. Data analysis and trending using Historian systems. Support training of employees as required. Troubleshoot process issues within the manufacturing area. Verify/validate that control programming and mechanical operations are synchronized. Work with engineering and maintenance teams to optimize operational effectiveness and identify and resolve issues. Design, create, and modify operator interface screens. Work with management from all departments to resolve process issues and improve overall operational efficiency. Follow all GMPs at the highest level in areas of responsibility. Commitment to safety is essential. Ensure compliance with all company and FDA Quality requirements as stated in PMO and MMPA SOPs. Maintain awareness of safety, quality, productivity, product and material losses and how these KPIs are impacted by process equipment and design. Participate in problem solving teams. Communicate and participate with other project engineers (internal & external) during installations and process changes to ensure success. Communicate changes and train affected plant personnel on new or modified functionality. System changes must be documented and tracked. Continual self-education to stay current with technological trends, through self-study and outside training where applicable. Willingness to expand knowledge and expertise in multiple engineering disciplines. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Safety Responsibilities
Proactively work in a safe manner in the context of performing the functions of your position. Oversee implementation and adherence to Company safety practices and programs and hold staff accountable for leading safety in the workplace. Qualifications
Bachelor's or Associate in Computer Science, Engineering, Industrial Technology, degree desired, or relevant experience. Minimum of 5 years experience in technical support in a manufacturing environment; preferably in dairy industry. Experience with Windows client/server environments, including Active Directory configuration is preferred. Experience with Allen Bradley controls hardware (SLCs, CompactLogix, ControlLogix) and associated I/O and communications equipment. Experience with Rockwell Automation PlantPaz/PlantPAx software and FactoryTalk platforms including RSLogix, FTTransaction Manager, FTView SE/ME and FTHistorian. Experience with Microsoft Office, Visio, AutoCAD LT. Ability to work with Wonderware Intouch, Wonderware Historian, PanelView HMI development software. Knowledge of PMO and Food Safety regulations. Previous leadership experience preferred. Strong written and oral communication skills. Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Ability to read electrical, mechanical, or process drawings to interpret plant operations and troubleshoot. Ability to use necessary test equipment (e.g., Fluke multimeters, HART communicators). Ability to operate in a team environment and adapt in a changing work environment. Physical Requirements
Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. Ability to bend and reach files and cabinets where records are stored. Office environment repetitive motion through computer use required. Manufacturing environment with high noise, machinery, and chemicals present. This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities. MMPA is an equal opportunity employer.
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Michigan Milk Producers Association is actively interviewing for an
Industrial Automation/Process Project Engineer . This role provides engineering support within manufacturing operations including, but not limited to - fluid milk receiving, separation, blending, batching, culture manufacture, pasteurization, evaporators, dryers, RO, CIP, packaging, and product storage systems. All functions are performed in accordance with PMO, FDA, MIOSHA, IOSHA, OSHA, and MMPA requirements, while maximizing operational efficiencies. Activities should be aligned with company goals of safety, quality, regulatory preparedness, financial performance, inventory controls, and environmental mission. The role requires facilitation of continuous improvement of the process through effective communication and will have a high level of experience in fluid and batch processing automation systems. Responsibilities include preparing, scheduling, coordinating, documenting, and validating assigned engineering projects; daily interaction with engineering and plant teams to support operational needs and requirements. About Us
The Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA) – established in 1916 – is a dairy farmer-owned and operated milk marketing cooperative and dairy processor. MMPA serves dairy farmers throughout Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, and Indiana, employing approximately 625 people in four states. Products include fluid milk, cheese, ultra-filtered milk, ice cream, butter, nonfat dry milk, cream, and condensed skim milk. What You’ll Love Working Here
Competitive salary Health and wellness benefits with medical coverage Disability insurance Paid time off Retirement including 401k with employer contributions Personal and professional growth opportunities Employee appreciation events and recognition awards Employee wellness initiatives Employee feedback and suggestion forums Job Responsibilities
Responsible for all aspects of food safety and quality as defined in plant and department procedures. Resource to participate in process effectiveness reviews and provide necessary engineering support for all plant processes. Maintain SQL traceability software, extrapolate and analyze information, make recommendations, and take action as needed. Data analysis and trending using Historian systems. Support training of employees as required. Troubleshoot process issues within the manufacturing area. Verify/validate that control programming and mechanical operations are synchronized. Work with engineering and maintenance teams to optimize operational effectiveness and identify and resolve issues. Design, create, and modify operator interface screens. Work with management from all departments to resolve process issues and improve overall operational efficiency. Follow all GMPs at the highest level in areas of responsibility. Commitment to safety is essential. Ensure compliance with all company and FDA Quality requirements as stated in PMO and MMPA SOPs. Maintain awareness of safety, quality, productivity, product and material losses and how these KPIs are impacted by process equipment and design. Participate in problem solving teams. Communicate and participate with other project engineers (internal & external) during installations and process changes to ensure success. Communicate changes and train affected plant personnel on new or modified functionality. System changes must be documented and tracked. Continual self-education to stay current with technological trends, through self-study and outside training where applicable. Willingness to expand knowledge and expertise in multiple engineering disciplines. Perform other duties as assigned by management. Safety Responsibilities
Proactively work in a safe manner in the context of performing the functions of your position. Oversee implementation and adherence to Company safety practices and programs and hold staff accountable for leading safety in the workplace. Qualifications
Bachelor's or Associate in Computer Science, Engineering, Industrial Technology, degree desired, or relevant experience. Minimum of 5 years experience in technical support in a manufacturing environment; preferably in dairy industry. Experience with Windows client/server environments, including Active Directory configuration is preferred. Experience with Allen Bradley controls hardware (SLCs, CompactLogix, ControlLogix) and associated I/O and communications equipment. Experience with Rockwell Automation PlantPaz/PlantPAx software and FactoryTalk platforms including RSLogix, FTTransaction Manager, FTView SE/ME and FTHistorian. Experience with Microsoft Office, Visio, AutoCAD LT. Ability to work with Wonderware Intouch, Wonderware Historian, PanelView HMI development software. Knowledge of PMO and Food Safety regulations. Previous leadership experience preferred. Strong written and oral communication skills. Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Ability to read electrical, mechanical, or process drawings to interpret plant operations and troubleshoot. Ability to use necessary test equipment (e.g., Fluke multimeters, HART communicators). Ability to operate in a team environment and adapt in a changing work environment. Physical Requirements
Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. Ability to bend and reach files and cabinets where records are stored. Office environment repetitive motion through computer use required. Manufacturing environment with high noise, machinery, and chemicals present. This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities. MMPA is an equal opportunity employer.
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