Sabert Corporation ยท 2 weeks ago
Process Controls Engineer
Sayreville, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSabert Corporation is a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions. The Process Control Engineer is responsible for optimizing the performance and reliability of extrusion, thermoforming, and material-handling systems through advanced process control and automation.
Food and BeveragePackaging Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and maintain control systems, PLC logic, HMIs, drives, servos, robotics, inverters, and industrial PCs
Maintain backups, version control, documentation, and change logs for all control programs
Troubleshoot equipment, process deviations, alarms, and automation failures in real time
Lead debottlenecking initiatives to restore process flow and increase capacity
Support and optimize extrusion and thermoforming processes, ensuring adherence to standards
Improve yield, scrap, reliability, and line efficiency using structured problem-solving
Support startup, commissioning, networking, and integration of new equipment
Develop SOPs, troubleshooting guides, and training content for operators and technicians
Train maintenance staff in basic electrical troubleshooting and automation fundamentals
Participate in plant digitization by creating dashboards, visual tools, and operator aids
Lead or support A3/root-cause investigations, including deviations, complaints, and incidents
Identify and implement automation upgrades and CI opportunities
Support safety through control review, LOTO validation and guarding logic
Maintain on-call support availability for remote or on-site troubleshooting
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Maintenance, Operations, Engineering, QA, Supply Chain)
Lead capital projects from conception to completion, including scope definition, bid evaluation, contractor coordination, timeline management, and delivering a safe and successful startup
Provide supervisory coverage for production operations as needed
Qualification
Required
Strong mechanical, electrical, electronic, and process troubleshooting skills
Direct PLC programming experience
Experience with HMI development, drives, servos, robotics, and networked automation
Ability to interpret electrical schematics and use CAD tools
Strong communication skills and ability to train technical and non-technical staff
Ability to diagnose complex system issues under time pressure
Knowledge of industrial safety requirements, including LOTO, guarding, and GMPs
Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree (Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or I/E is preferred)
Minimum of 5 years of experience in either process automation, controls, or manufacturing engineering
Standing up to 85% of the workday (manufacturing plant setting)
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed
Preferred
Familiarity with extrusion/thermoforming preferred
Experience with Honeywell or Aveva PI a plus
Previous experience in process automation design, commissioning, and process optimization is preferred
Familiarity with plant operations as well as project work in the process control discipline
Thermoforming/extrusion experience strongly preferred
Benefits
Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
401(k)
Life insurance
Disability
Company
Sabert Corporation
We are a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Paul W. McCann
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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2025-02-17
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