Director of Automation and Information Engineering

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Description

Position Title : Director of Automation and Information Engineering

Reports To : COO

FLSA Status : Salaried

Job Grade : 14

Pay Range : $152,000-$195,000

Date Revised : January 2025

Position Overview :

The director of Automation and Information Engineer (A / I engineer) leads the Automation guidelines and information workflow for the company; from hiring and training new team members, managing tech workflow and information from shop flow to the business side, Real time information to manage the plant performance, and other shop floor data translation that creates value to the organization. The director of A / I engineers will have a strategic and technical role inside the company. The A / I Engineer will report directly to the COO with direct interaction with CFO and financial teams.

Job Responsibilities :

• Setting goals for the team, hiring engineers and prioritizing projects. The technical aspect is getting actively involved in plant operational support.
• Manage critical vendors for in the management of shop floor data collection and integration of our supervisory architecture
• Data and report developing to enhance operational performance to include, but not limited to shrinkage, KPI performance, Wastewater, Utility loading, quality and water usage.
• Design and implement automated systems to streamline our processes and enhance operational efficiency.
• Extensive knowledge of programming languages, hardware operations, and automation technology.
• Experience with robotic automation systems, control systems, and data acquisition systems
• Create and maintain high-quality, efficient automated systems that align with our company's needs and goals.
• Assist in developing real-time performance tools to better enhance operational performance while working to integrate this data into our business systems
• Ability to work with the financial and business arms of the company to create real-time business updates for our business systems
• Design, program, simulate and test automated machinery and processes.
• Identify opportunities for automation within software processes.
• Assist in Installing, documenting, maintaining, and repairing automation equipment and systems.
• Develop and implement efficient automated systems.
• Train staff on automation systems operation and procedures.
• Continuing to develop with the most current technologies and trends in automation systems, including but not limited to web-based interaction, remote management for employees and developing enhancements to the company's supervisory control systems
• Identify, analyze, and troubleshoot automation system problems.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the development process.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures.
• Ability to support operations during critical downtime events
• Ensure compliance with safety and performance standards.

Essential Knowledge / Skills :

Education / Experience :

BSc degree in Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum of 10 years in the automation / information industry

Environmental Considerations :

Physical Requirements :

Work Schedule :

Compensation :

At Cayuga Milk Ingredients, we value a fair and comprehensive approach to compensation. Our wage range for this role is determined by various factors, including skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and organizational needs. It is not typical for an employee to start at or near the top of the range for the position. Compensation decisions are made based on individual job circumstances considering skill level, previous experience, and education requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer :

Cayuga Milk Ingredients is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Non-Discrimination Policy :

The contractor will not discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing or disclosing their own pay or the pay of others. However, employees with access to compensation information as part of their job duties are prohibited from disclosing this information to unauthorized individuals, except in specific circumstances outlined by applicable laws and regulations (41 CFR 60-1.35(c)).

General Statement :

All Cayuga employees recognize that the success and prosperity of the company is everyone's responsibility. All employees are expected to treat each other in a positive, respectful, and professional manner, to be at work for their assigned shift and to work safely as a team. Employees must be self-starters who can relate to all levels of the organization.

Disclaimer :

o All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

o This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

o The company reserves the right to add to or revise an employee's job duties at any time at its sole discretion.

o This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Requirements

Essential Knowledge / Skills :

Education / Experience : BSc degree in Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.Minimum of 10 years in the automation / information industry

Environmental Considerations :

Physical Requirements :

Salary Description

152,000 - $195,000

Salary : $152,000 - $195,000