This position will be responsible for developing and implementing World Class Manufacturing projects, production and processing methods, and controls to meet customer operations standards in the most cost effective manner. Through the application of engineering fundamentals and advanced process control tools, ensure processes are centered, capable and in control, reduce process variations and resolve special causes of variation. 

Accountable for maintaining a safe work environment and the safety management of assigned employees. Must recognize unsafe conditions and practices and make corrections to prevent injuries and property loss. Required to complete safety audits/inspections of the assigned work area; thorough investigations of incidents and accidents, job safety analysis and have periodic safety meetings. Develop and implement new control strategies, new equipment installation and maintenance procedures for existing process with outdated instrumentation and control technologies. Develop the HMI system from the floor level to the management and financial level, all the information from the process will be accessible for those purposes. Areas of responsibility include the design or development of new process control systems or revision of existing processes; developing and coordinating implementation of World Class Manufacturing (WCM) projects which contribute substantially to plant profitability; assist with preparing programs for computer control systems; and prepare and coordinate operational information and data for the Engineering/maintenance Manager. Reports to the Maintenance and Engineering Supt. 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 include heads of production, maintenance, and quality, securing appropriate resources to plan and implement controls projects. External contacts include consultants and suppliers to determine the compatibility of other systems, products and personnel as they may apply to WCM and Controls. Typical problem-solving situations include analyzing operating problems, developing solutions, and leading the implementation of corrective action; using advanced controls tools to reduce process variations and downtime, identifying and resolving special cause variation in the process, and participating in “SWAT” teams to resolve critical process and product problems with customers and vendors. Maintains records of plant and individual equipment performance. Prepares data sheets, diagrams and flowcharts needed for the correct and efficient operation of the plant equipment. Develops and maintains standard operating procedures and work instructions. Uses advanced PLC / Controls tools to reduce process variations. Develop and maintain the PLC/HMI system and prepare the required updates to avoid technical obsolescent. Identifies and resolves special cause variation in the process. Coordinates changes in the production process. Analyzes operating problems, develops solutions, and leads with implementation of corrective action. Receives and collects, interprets, and extrapolates data from the production process to monitor current performances against established baselines. Makes recommendations to improve efficiencies. Provides weekly status reports of projects to Plant Management Other related duties and responsibilities.