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Coca-cola Company

Sr. Automation Engineer

Coca-cola Company, Webster, New York, United States

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Overview fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes:

fairlife ultra-filtered milk ;

Core Power

High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery;

fairlife nutrition plan , a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.

Senior Automation Engineer Job purpose Job purpose:

Under limited supervision, the Senior Automation Engineer will provide technical solutions and expertise in operations, engineering, and maintenance. The Senior Automation Engineer will manage, coordinate, and oversee technical projects, maintenance, and engineering solutions. This individual will plan and direct all projects with necessary vendors and in-house resources. They are responsible for ensuring and improving the performance, productivity, training and efficiencies for fairlife’s plants through provision of effective methods, controls, and strategies.

Responsibilities

Project planning: Developing project plans, timelines, and budgets for fluid dairy processing projects. This includes determining the scope of the project, identifying resources required, and establishing project milestones.

Equipment selection and procurement: Identifying and selecting appropriate equipment and machinery for fluid dairy processing operations. This involves evaluating different options, considering factors such as capacity, efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. The project engineer is responsible for coordinating with vendors and managing the procurement process.

Process design and optimization: Designing and optimizing fluid dairy processing processes to ensure efficiency, productivity, and quality. This includes creating mass balances, identifying bottlenecks, improving process flow, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Project coordination: Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including safety, production, maintenance, and quality assurance, to ensure smooth project execution. The project engineer is responsible for coordinating activities, managing resources, and resolving any issues or conflicts that arise during the project.

Regulatory compliance: Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards governing fluid dairy processing operations. The project engineer must have a thorough understanding of food safety and quality regulations and work closely with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance throughout the project.

Documentation and reporting: Maintaining accurate project documentation, including design specifications, equipment manuals, stakeholder signoffs and project reports. The project engineer is responsible for documenting project progress, tracking expenses, and providing regular updates to stakeholders.

Training and support: Providing training and support to operations and maintenance teams on new equipment, processes, and technologies implemented during the project. This includes developing training materials, conducting training sessions, and assisting with troubleshooting and problem-solving.

Continuous improvement: Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in processing operations and milk losses. The project engineer is responsible for monitoring process performance, analyzing data, and implementing changes or upgrades to enhance productivity, efficiency, and product quality.

Skills/Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in controls engineering or related discipline preferred, equivalent experience considered

Minimum of 5 years’ experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Aseptic/Dairy experience preferred including UHT’s, homogenizers, separators, filtration plants, mix proof valves, motors, pumps.

Experience with Automation Products hardware and software product suites (Ignition, ControlLogix, Logix 5000, FT View, FT Historian, and Canary Historian).

Experience with other automation platforms such as Siemens, B&R, GE, Aveva/Wonderware, etc.

Experience in automation system project delivery and major capital projects including schedule and cost management.

Able to understand and utilize engineering drawings, operating manuals, and blueprints to conduct business

Ability to update P&ID’s, mechanical/electrical prints (CAD/SolidWorks preferred)

Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgements on sensitive, confidential issues

Ability to supervise and train staff, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments

Knowledge of computerized information systems used in quality assurance, maintenance, and ERP applications

Knowledge of USDA, State, Federal regulations for a dairy manufacturing facility a plus

Reports to Reports to:

Director, Manufacturing Automation

Exempt/nonexempt Exempt/nonexempt:

Exempt

Base pay range:

$120,000 - $135,000 USD

Equal Employment Opportunity fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email careers@fairlife.com.

Agency submissions Unsolicited resumes or submissions from external agencies not authorized by our Talent Acquisition team will be considered direct candidate applications. fairlife will not assume responsibility for any placement fees associated with these submissions.

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