Job description

To apply, please visit: https://careers.mars.com/global/en/search-results?qcity=Burr%20Ridge&qstate=Illinois&qcountry=United%20States

$1500 SIGN-ON BONUS

• Support for Ops, IE’s, and Engineering Teams responsible for delivery of Factory Controls & IT Initiatives
• Support as directed, Engineering Projects by participating the design and check out of control systems
• Support the work activities of outside contractors, controls technicians, and other associates with the installation of instrumentation, PLC based control systems, and PC based operator interfaces
• Prepare job aids, user documentation, systems documentation, standard operating procedures, and training materials for plant automation systems
• Identify opportunities and recommend changes to improve plant performance
• Provide input into site engineering standards for programming and systems design
• Assist in performing programming, testing, and debugging for new systems as well as for the enhancement of existing systems
• Modify systems including, but not limited to, Wonderware, Rockwell, Siemens, Iconics, and ZPI applications to support engineering projects
• Support the plant with control technologies for Level I, Level II, Level III, and Factory IT control systems

Business Engagement and Communication (for assigned areas)

• Support all topics related to Factory Controls & IT Infrastructure
• Provide the communication and marketing of Factory Controls & IT Infrastructure Solution and Services to engineering, maintenance, and production
• Proficient in Factory Controls & IT, demonstrating clear understanding of the problems and opportunities for business change
• Proficient in troubleshooting Allen Bradley PLCs, Instrumentation and Electrical equipment
• Collaborate with shift-based production and maintenance teams to understand any breakdown or reliability issues
• Achieve and maintain a high level of technical competency
• Train and support non-technical users on the use of plant floor automation systems

What are we looking for?

• 2 year Technical Degree/Certificate (Electrical/Electronic/Controls/Automation) or equivalent experience
• 1 -2 years Instrumentation & Electrical, Electronics, or Factory Controls & IT experience, including production system troubleshooting and problem resolution
• Possess or is able to obtain Operational Electrical Qualification Certificate (must be able to work independently on live electrical panels)

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-year Technical Degree (Electrical/Electronic/Controls/Automation) + 2 years’ experience
• 2 years Instrumentation & Electrical, Electronics, or Factory Controls & IT experience, including production system troubleshooting and problem resolution
• Virtual Infrastructure Administration, Server Administration, & Database Administration knowledge
• Cisco Equipment Architecture knowledge
• In-depth contact with users must be maintained to gather information processing on problems or requirements
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze and test applications for Factory Control & IT systems
• Good understanding of Operating Systems environments including Microsoft Windows PC and Server Operating systems, Active Directory, other Microsoft technologies, and thin-client technologies
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorks PDM
• Ability to work well with user departments to provide operational support in the use of HMI terminals, including thin clients, along with software applications on Control Systems
• Basic knowledge of databases such as using ODBC connectivity and Wonderware automation software, Microsoft SQL Server, and Microsoft Access
• Basic knowledge of web application development including basic web design, web connectivity, and database access
• Understanding of networks including, but not limited to, Control Logix, Modbus +, Ethernet, Devicenet, and/or Profibus
• Ability to troubleshoot programs residing in, but not limited to factory Rockwell Automation PLC Control Systems; Siemens knowledge a plus
• Must have a good understanding of interfacing with PLC's, scales, display devices, and other Instrumentation & Electrical related devices

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Diagnose and fix plant and site services reliability and breakdown issues across your responsibility area.
• Drive technical training and knowledge sharing across various teams within Mars
• Management of contractors within your area of responsibility
• Implementation of site safety and quality standards ensuring conformity across assets.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

About Mars:
Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™.Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person

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