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OPmobility · 2 days ago
Automation Engineer
Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, South Carolina Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Implement new automation systems in the AND facility • Work directly with corporate automation team to implement new automation systems
Program PLC, HMI, vision, robotic and other automated systems
Ensure controls for all new equipment meet company and legal standards
Ensure all data collection systems are in place and functioning properly
Ensure all current automated systems are aligned with Plastic Omnium CES standards • Implement latest best practices
Recommend and implement necessary improvements
Lead continuous improvement activities • Identify improvement opportunities through automation or controls optimization
Investigate and provide detailed reporting of cost saving opportunities
Implement approved changes through trial to completion
Analyze and summarize data to communicate outcomes
Assist maintenance personnel in complex troubleshooting • Provide high level troubleshooting assistance
Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematic reading
Make equipment adjustments when necessary
Champion the HSE and Quality culture in the facility • Ability to become a LOTO champion (expert knowledge of energy sources)
Leader in the use of Stop 5 and other Plastic Omnium HSE initiatives
Report HSE events and make improvement suggestions through continuous risk observations
Stop production and shipments if a quality or HSE risk is identified
Training • Development and improvement of company processes and policies
On the job training for machine, equipment and software updates
Assist in the development of site maintenance team
Additional Site Responsibilities • Serve in a backup capacity for IS&S
Lead overall improvements to production processes (non-automation role)
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor's degree in mechatronics engineering or related field, or Associate’s degree with equivalent work experience
Minimum of 3 years manufacturing experience preferred
Plastics or Automotive manufacturing preferred
Must be authorized to work in the United States without the requirement for sponsorship or transfer of Visa now, or at any time in the future
Proficient with the installation and support of PC hardware and software
Working knowledge of PLC’s, HMI systems, networking and data acquisition systems
Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Minitab, Access, Visio
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Strong interpersonal and communication skills – written and verbal
Strong organizational skills
Reactivity – ability to work in a fast-paced environment – results-oriented
Ability to collect, maintain, and analyze data
Positive, team-oriented attitude
Creative thinking and problem-solving
Detail-oriented
Ability to work independently, as a team, or as a team lead
Preferred
Plastics or Automotive manufacturing experience
Experience with Industry 4.0 initiatives
Experience with automation systems
Experience with continuous improvement activities
Experience in troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Company
OPmobility
OPmobility is a world leader in sustainable mobility and a technology partner to mobility players worldwide.
10,001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase
