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Saint-Gobain Automation Engineer in PALATKA, Florida
What's the job?
This role is to support the facility in safely and efficiently meet both internal and external customer demand. It requires a continuous improvement mindset, ability to collaborate with both the site as well as satellite teams on meeting or exceeding their goals. It requires planning, executing and coaching team members as needed. Using automation and general engineering principles, optimize the process through data capture and analysis.
Input for design or development of new process control systems; developing and coordinating implementation of CertainWay (CI) projects which contribute substantially to plant profitability; implementation and support of PLC-based control systems; support for and utilization of PC-based supervisory control systems/SCADA to prepare and coordinate operational information and data for the plant management and project teams; support of data communications networks and instrumentation within the plant.
Planning, evaluating, organizing and implementing automation related projects and initiatives to achieve the team’s objectives. Has latitude for independent judgment and discretion to execute primary objectives within established policies, procedures and practices. Secures prior approval for unusual or out of policy actions.
Internal contacts and external contacts will include all Palatka employees, CertainTeed satellite technical team and vendors as needed.
Develops and maintains standard operating procedures, work instructions, P&ID diagrams as part of new equipment / process changes
Uses advanced PLC / Controls to reduce process variations in conjunction with the process and production engineers
Analyzes operating problems, develop solutions and leads with implementation of corrective action from a controls standpoint
Provides weekly status reports of projects to Plant Management
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as needed and / or requested by management
May consult with and/or assist other CertainTeed Gypsum North American plants on issues
What do you bring?
Five or more years of applied professional industrial troubleshooting, design, and installation of PC based supervisory, PLC based control systems, power distribution, hardware and wiring
Five or more years of hands on work in the plant manufacturing floor
A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent education and experience required
Must be capable of preparing calculations, specifications and drawings to meet design requirements.
A comprehensive knowledge of the practices, procedures and regulations associated with process control technology is essential
Why Work for Us?
Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products,-CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.
A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada.- www.certainteed.com
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Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
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What are our perks?
We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options (https://bit.ly/2RZtfYI) includes, but is not limited to:
Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program
Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
Employee Recognition Programs
PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle
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