Automation Controls Engineer

Tired of working weekends? Come join a growing production team that offers a Monday - Friday schedule.
We have an opening for a Automation Controls Engineer to join our team. We are looking for an experienced Controls/Automation Engineer to design, develop, and implement control systems for our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PLC programming, HMI design, and industrial automation. The Controls/Automation Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, improve efficiency, and ensure the reliability of our control systems.
Freshpack is a custom cheese packaging company that develops and innovates cheese products and packaging. Our products can be found in all 50 states and in most major retailers. Over the past 25 years, our team has grown from 15 to 230+ employees. It is an exciting time to join our team, as we are poised for substantial growth over the next 3-5 years.
Duties:

• Design, program, and implement PLC-based control systems for packaging equipment.
• Develop and maintain HMI interfaces for operators to monitor and control manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to integrate control systems into overall machine designs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to control systems, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Conduct regular inspections and assessments of existing automation systems for upgrades and improvements.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in control and automation technologies.
• Building and machine wiring - 120/240/480V

• Experience in food plant automation or related field.
• Proven experience in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar) and HMI development.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Profibus, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience in food safety design.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license.
  • Project management skills.

• Days: 7:00am-3:30pm Mon-Fri

• $28.00/hour up to $35.00/hour (dependent on experience) + $2.00/hour weekly bonus potential

• Medical, dental, vision, company-provided life insurance & more!
• 401(k) program
• Referral program
• Get paid every Friday!