Post Holdings, Inc.
Controls Programmer
Post Holdings, Inc., Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, United States,
Business Unit Overview
Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company’s portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats, PEBBLES, Grape-Nuts and Malt-O-Meal cereal, and Peter Pan peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray Nutrish, Kibbles ‘n Bits and 9Lives dog and cat food. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all. For more information about our brands, visit www.postconsumerbrands.com and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest news.
Brand
Post Consumer Brands recently acquired several iconic pet food brands, venturing into a new market while remaining true to our purpose to provide delicious and accessible food that our consumers love. We’re always searching the center store for the next exciting product to add to our portfolio, and right now, we’re growing and need passionate, driven individuals with diverse perspectives to help us reach greater heights. That’s where you come in. Join a team where your voice is not only heard but valued. Make a real impact on brands enjoyed by millions of people and their pets.
Location Description
The Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania facility is 1,120,845 square feet and home to about 470 hard working team members who are proud to produce iconic pet food brands like Kibbles 'n Bits and9Lives. This location has a cannery that produces wet dog food and there is also a Distribution Center on-site. Bloomsburg is home to Bloomsburg University, a municipal airport, a landmark Town Park with many acres of recreational activities, and has one of the largest and longest running fairs in the country. With so much to do and see, Bloomsburg is a great place to live, work and play!
Responsibilities
Plant floor programming with Automation PLCs.Designing and programming of computer-based HMI interfaces.Troubleshooting, maintenance, and minor modifications to controls server systems.Working experience with setting up and tuning PID loopsPlant floor selection, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance of process, packaging, and utility equipment along with instrumentation (flow, level, temperature, weight)Knowledge of Rockwell Automation communication methods (devicenet, controlnet, Ethernet, RIO)Familiarity of Rockwell Automation electrical hardware (Powerflex VFD, Servos, MCCs, ControlLogix, E3 Plus overload relay, etc.)Experience managing plant electrical control programs, documentation, and drawingsProvide training and direction to maintenance personnel.Provide training, consulting, and support as necessary to other engineers at the site.Knowledge on NEC, ANSI, OSHA and applicable NFPA standardsMaintain programs for electrical infrastructure maintenance, power factor management, and electrical monitoring and metering.Knowledge of plant power distribution electrical systems, motor control center, VFDs, and process / packaging / utility equipment to insure safe and efficient plant operation.Analyzing process data and equipment performance data to improve product quality and reduce cost.Knowledge of and ability to maintain corporate and plant electrical and control standards.Support the deployment and sharing of best practices and standardsAll other duties as assigned.Work Location: Fully onsite at the Bloomsburg, PA Manufacturing Facility.FLSA Status: Non-ExemptWork Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7am - 4pm with overtime as needed. Flexibility to be available for on call support.
Qualifications
Strong skill set in reading and interpreting electrical and control schematics, PIDs, and other technical documentation.An understanding of motors, drives, and associated circuitry.Strong familiarity with various electrical machine control technologies.Must be self-driven and highly effective, working both independently and as part of a team.Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills.Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.Organized and able to multi-task.Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.Occasional travel is requiredEDUCATION:Minimum 2-year A.S. degree in electrical technology or comparable experience.EXPERIENCE:5 or more years of experience in manufacturing including hands-on exposure to electrical maintenance and controls programming is desired.Experience with PLC controls, HMIs, and Networks with the ability to effectively partner with controls engineers to problem solve, design, and make improvements.Experience with power distribution systems including substations, switchgear, and power factor correction equipment.
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Headquartered in Lakeville, Minn., Post Consumer Brands, a business unit of Post Holdings, Inc., is dedicated to providing people and their pets with delicious food choices for every taste and budget. The company’s portfolio includes beloved brands such as Honey Bunches of Oats, PEBBLES, Grape-Nuts and Malt-O-Meal cereal, and Peter Pan peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray Nutrish, Kibbles ‘n Bits and 9Lives dog and cat food. As a company committed to high standards of quality and to our values, we are driven by one idea: To make lives better by making delicious food accessible for all. For more information about our brands, visit www.postconsumerbrands.com and follow us on LinkedIn for the latest news.
Brand
Post Consumer Brands recently acquired several iconic pet food brands, venturing into a new market while remaining true to our purpose to provide delicious and accessible food that our consumers love. We’re always searching the center store for the next exciting product to add to our portfolio, and right now, we’re growing and need passionate, driven individuals with diverse perspectives to help us reach greater heights. That’s where you come in. Join a team where your voice is not only heard but valued. Make a real impact on brands enjoyed by millions of people and their pets.
Location Description
The Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania facility is 1,120,845 square feet and home to about 470 hard working team members who are proud to produce iconic pet food brands like Kibbles 'n Bits and9Lives. This location has a cannery that produces wet dog food and there is also a Distribution Center on-site. Bloomsburg is home to Bloomsburg University, a municipal airport, a landmark Town Park with many acres of recreational activities, and has one of the largest and longest running fairs in the country. With so much to do and see, Bloomsburg is a great place to live, work and play!
Responsibilities
Plant floor programming with Automation PLCs.Designing and programming of computer-based HMI interfaces.Troubleshooting, maintenance, and minor modifications to controls server systems.Working experience with setting up and tuning PID loopsPlant floor selection, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance of process, packaging, and utility equipment along with instrumentation (flow, level, temperature, weight)Knowledge of Rockwell Automation communication methods (devicenet, controlnet, Ethernet, RIO)Familiarity of Rockwell Automation electrical hardware (Powerflex VFD, Servos, MCCs, ControlLogix, E3 Plus overload relay, etc.)Experience managing plant electrical control programs, documentation, and drawingsProvide training and direction to maintenance personnel.Provide training, consulting, and support as necessary to other engineers at the site.Knowledge on NEC, ANSI, OSHA and applicable NFPA standardsMaintain programs for electrical infrastructure maintenance, power factor management, and electrical monitoring and metering.Knowledge of plant power distribution electrical systems, motor control center, VFDs, and process / packaging / utility equipment to insure safe and efficient plant operation.Analyzing process data and equipment performance data to improve product quality and reduce cost.Knowledge of and ability to maintain corporate and plant electrical and control standards.Support the deployment and sharing of best practices and standardsAll other duties as assigned.Work Location: Fully onsite at the Bloomsburg, PA Manufacturing Facility.FLSA Status: Non-ExemptWork Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7am - 4pm with overtime as needed. Flexibility to be available for on call support.
Qualifications
Strong skill set in reading and interpreting electrical and control schematics, PIDs, and other technical documentation.An understanding of motors, drives, and associated circuitry.Strong familiarity with various electrical machine control technologies.Must be self-driven and highly effective, working both independently and as part of a team.Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills.Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.Organized and able to multi-task.Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.Occasional travel is requiredEDUCATION:Minimum 2-year A.S. degree in electrical technology or comparable experience.EXPERIENCE:5 or more years of experience in manufacturing including hands-on exposure to electrical maintenance and controls programming is desired.Experience with PLC controls, HMIs, and Networks with the ability to effectively partner with controls engineers to problem solve, design, and make improvements.Experience with power distribution systems including substations, switchgear, and power factor correction equipment.
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