Location: Louisville, KY
Company: GE Appliances, A Haier Company
to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together , we always look for a better way , and we create possibilities.
Interested in joining us on our journey? As a Sr. Controls Engineer, you'll be responsible for maintaining/improving the physical equipment within a defined production area. Accountable for full technical ownership of assigned areas. You'll work with a team of Union skilled trades maintenance technicians, hourly Team Leaders, Process Improvement Engineers, Quality and Business Managers. In this role you will
make critical engineering choices with regards to equipment and processes needed to meet the goals of the area. This role is 100% on-site. Position Senior Controls Engineer- 2nd Shift Location USA, Louisville, KY How You'll Create Possibilities Essential Responsibilities: Provide technical leadership, program management, and expertise to Plant Operations, to include providing leadership and direction to the maintenance team.
Be a point of contact for technical changes to assigned area and accountable for conclusion making process. Provide training and aid in trouble-shooting and downtime response in specified area of expertise. Provide leadership to hourly maintenance employees to ensure
day-to-day production requirements. Initiate and integrate activities to resolve repetitive production problems and implement preventive maintenance programs on key pieces of equipment to improve process output reliability.
Provide support, direction and training to AMEs, Process Improvement Engineers, maintenance, systems and shop projects with specification, drawings, equipment/process acceptance, and trouble-shooting. First response to our maintenance employees when guidance or assistance is required. This will include some after hours and weekend supervision. Root cause based troubleshooting, schematic reading, PLC's and ladder logic programming, variable frequency drives, Ethernet communications, Vision Systems and safety procedures such as Lock Out -Tag Out.
Support all plant priorities in the areas of EHS, Schedule Attainment, Scrap & Yield, Labor & Overtime, Productivity, Spare Parts cost controls and Lean Manufacturing. Execute routine equipment purchases, to include presenting justification for capital expenses or process improvements, design and specification of equipment and standardization of equipment within manufacturing methods and safety requirements. Establish, develop, implement and sustain world-class practices in our Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program and deliver continuous improvement in the areas of up-time and cost controls.
Coordinate with Advanced Manufacturing Engineer (AME) efforts to ensure operational efficiency goals are met. Steer up-time and equipment reliability improvements through simplification activities. Develop and guide cross functional projects driving OEE. Improve and support Preventive Maintenance plans. What You'll Bring to Our Team Qualifications / Requirements Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related discipline OR equivalent hands on experience in technical/manufacturing/electronic disciplines 3+ years hands on & relevant controls engineering experience with electrical, automated manufacturing equipment and processes Computer literate and skilled in MS Office, Minitab and Windows including network functions.
Experience with assembly line design, automation and customized fabrication equipment and manufacturing processes Working knowledge of controls software (RSLOGIX/STUDIOLOGIX, PROFICY and SIMATIC) and coding structure for ladder logic, structured text and function blocks Hands on experience in operation of multiple axis automation equipment and/ or robots Desired Characteristics BS/MS degree in Electrical Engineering Prior NPI program experience Six Sigma Certification Proficient in MS Office, MS Scheduler (or equivalent) and Auto CAD Working Conditions Working conditions are normal for a high volume manufacturing environment Work may involve lifting of materials and product up to 30 pounds and working in and around heavy equipment Working in this environment requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, safety shoes, arm guards.
Follow and drive the use of proper lock-out tag-out procedures.
These roles will require frequent walking in a manufacturing plant environment. Hours & Weekends: Working off-shift and weekends will be required. #LI-AG1 Our Culture At GE Appliances, creativity meets passion and conversations lead to exceptional outcomes and experiences. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that everyone brings to GE Appliances. We believe a diverse workplace, where everyone is included and people can be their true and authentic selves, fosters creativity and innovation. We know our differences are our greatest strength. The very best innovations across every function of a company come from diverse teams.
Our commitment to ensuring a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued allows employees to perform at their best, every day. Diversity at GE Appliances helps us achieve zero distance to our owners, innovate smartly and connect to the communities and customers we serve. We encourage and support the ideas, aspirations, and the wellbeing of everyone - our employees and our communities GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals.
When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization. GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, interaction, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.
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