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GE HealthCare · 1 day ago

Process Engineer - PLC's

Florence, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

GE HealthCare is a leader in healthcare technology, and they are seeking a Process Engineer with expertise in PLC programming. The role involves optimizing and automating manufacturing processes to improve operational performance and product quality, while also managing equipment upgrades and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Responsibilities

PLC Programming & Troubleshooting: Design, program, and maintain PLC systems to automate processes and ensure seamless integration with manufacturing equipment. Troubleshoot PLC-related issues and implement solutions to minimize downtime

Process Optimization: Analyze existing production processes and identify opportunities for improvement. Implement process changes that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards

Automation Integration: Lead the integration of automation systems and robotics into manufacturing processes. Develop control systems and ensure the alignment of PLC programs with operational goals

Equipment Upgrades & Maintenance: Manage and oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of new PLC-based equipment or upgrades to existing systems. Perform regular maintenance and updates to ensure continued system performance

Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with the production, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure smooth operation of automated systems. Provide technical support and training to team members on PLC systems and automation procedures

Data Collection & Analysis: Monitor and collect data from PLC systems to assess process performance. Use data-driven insights to propose process improvements and track key performance indicators (KPIs)

Quality Control & Compliance: Ensure all process changes and automation implementations meet quality control standards, safety regulations, and industry compliance requirements

Project Management: Lead process improvement projects involving PLC systems from inception to completion. Manage timelines, resources, and documentation to meet project goals and deadlines

Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation of PLC programs, system changes, and process modifications. Create detailed reports and provide technical recommendations to management

Qualification

PLC ProgrammingProcess OptimizationAutomation IntegrationData CollectionProject ManagementQuality ControlCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingDocumentation Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Computer Engineering, or Computer Science, or related technical degree and a minimum of 2 years experience, or Associates Degree and a minimum of 5 years experience, or High School diploma with a minimum of 7 years experience in production, engineering or troubleshooting of PC/server based systems

Preferred

Strong oral and written communication skills

Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems

Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs

Established project management skills

Product and Process Development experience

Solid working knowledge of GEHC Quality Management Systems procedures for Good Manufacturing Practices

Experience working with programmable logic controllers and integration with manufacturing lines

Experience working with continuous flow / moving assembly lines

Benefits

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

Great work environment

Professional development

Challenging careers

Competitive compensation

Company

GE HealthCare

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GE Healthcare provides a wide range of medical technologies and services to healthcare providers and researchers. It is a sub-organization of General Electric.

Founded in 1892

Chicago, Illinois, USA

10001+ employees