Manufacturing Controls Engineer

About Amy’s

At Amy’s Kitchen, we're more than just a food company—we're a family-owned, proudly independent organic, and vegetarian food company on a mission. As a Certified B Corporation®, our purpose is clear: to make it simple and enjoyable for everyone to eat well.

We're committed to crafting authentic, mouthwatering dishes using only the finest organic ingredients sourced with care. From farm to table, we ensure top-notch quality in every bite, making healthy eating accessible and convenient for all. At Amy’s, we're not just serving meals; we're serving up a taste of goodness, one delicious dish at a time.

Perks are as delicious as our meals!

Comprehensive health plans with Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, plus Flexible Spending Accounts. Mental health support with Modern Health to nourish your and your family’s mental well-being. 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match and Financial Wellness support at no cost to plan for the future. Referral Rewards and Scholarship Program to celebrate and invest in our teams. Tuition Reimbursement Program to fuel your educational pursuits. Paid parental leave for new parents. Paid Time Off for vacations and sick days, with 9 paid US Holidays annually to savor those special moments. Amy's product discount reimbursement to keep your pantry stocked, plus remote gym discounts to keep you moving and grooving! Join us and indulge in a career where the benefits are as fulfilling as our food!

Shift time: 7am-3:30pm

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to provide for the conceptualization, development, design, evaluation, recommendation, and upon approval, execution of engineering programs that will contribute to the Manufacturing objectives. This requires that activities be self-initiated and self-directed, as well as responsive to needs as defined. The primary goal is to complete projects on time within budget.

In addition, the Systems Engineer will be responsible for programming and configuring PLC’s, tuning control loops, developing detailed software design descriptions, and troubleshooting existing control systems throughout the manufacturing facility. In their absence, department manager can cover their duties and responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES may include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Recommend to the Director of Engineering both short and long-range facility and equipment projects. Conduct implementation studies for process or method improvements.
• Evaluate and make recommendations of new processing equipment and systems for adaptation to the manufacturing process. This includes the evaluation of a proposal’s impact on efficiency and its cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct detailed technical studies of existing equipment problems; analyze alternative solutions, and provide conclusion and recommendations.
• Develop project specifications; conduct pre-bid information meetings with contractors, gather contractor bids; analyze and award bids; schedule and supervise equipment installations.
• Provide or arrange supervision of equipment installation on weekends.
• On all projects over $5,000.00, obtain three competitive bids. Exceptions must be explained and documented.
• Generate Purchase Orders and keep track of project costs.
• Complete and obtain all contractor paper work and place on file. This includes certificates of insurance (general liability and workers comp.), purchase orders and contractor’s handout (reviewed and signed).
• Coordinate all project activities between contractor and the plant departments involved. Ensure that all Company rules are enforced, as well as, local, state and federal laws, (i.e. OSHA).
• Provide activity and project status report to the Director of Engineering due at the end of each month. This will be done through a project summary memo.
• Conduct daily (or as needed) information and planning meetings on major projects requiring the coordination of activities with other departments, Amy’s personnel, or contractors.
• Utilize Microsoft Project for projects that require critical path scheduling, Gantt charts, and milestone schedules are germane to the effective and efficient conduct of the project.
• For projects involving plant employees, (i.e. mechanics, electricians), schedule employees through the Maintenance Manager, and supervise employees while they are assigned to work on the project. Notice to Maintenance should be given, whenever possible, at least 5 days in advance.
• Provide technical support to all plant departments on an as needed basis.
• On an as needed basis assist the Maintenance Department with technical support, and training.
• Electrical panel design with schematics, working knowledge of industrial codes
  Programming A/B SLC500 series controllers, Logix 5000 controllers & HMI screen development.
• Motor drives, servo motor control & application, robotics, and PC based machine control
  Work from schedules, blueprints, rough sketches, specifications, schematics, work orders, and verbal or written instructions.
• Specify and use a full range of electronic test equipment, computer hardware and software.

It is the responsibility of all employees to uphold the mission of the Amy’s Food Safety and Quality Policy. This includes following all Food Safety and Sustainability programs and participating in all required training.

SUERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.

At times, may be required to supervise the daily activities of other employees working on projects they are managing. At times will also be responsible for supervising/managing outside contractors.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION

• A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Controls, or Systems Engineering, from a four year college or university.
• A minimum of 15 years experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 5 years of related experience is preferred.

SKILLS

In addition to education and experience, the individual must have:

• Knowledge of industrial hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Understanding and experience in control theory.
• Capable of using AutoCAD for drawing & documentation of new and existing systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  Familiarity with engineering and design practices and standards
• Ability to work independently; self-motivated
• Familiarity with a food manufacturing environment a plus
• Flexible, self-starter with high standards for quality
• Hands on, multi-tasking orientation
• Detail oriented
• Safety conscience
• Ability to work well in a team environment

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations.
• Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
• Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory.
• Ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs of theorems.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.