Manufacturing PLC Programmer

• The primary responsibility of this role is to develop and implement innovation activities improving manufacturing competitiveness.
• Reporting to the MIT Manager, the person in this role will support the Production Engineering Division to improve manufacturing competitiveness.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build a custom robot based on the need of the application using servo motors, linear rails, and controls.
• Work with stakeholders to understand current processes and issues
• Implement customized robotic solution to remedy stakeholders highest priority problems
• Use strong communication skills to create proposals, negotiate roles and responsibilities, and gain approvals.
• Develop equipment procurement scopesof work and ensure specification is met from planning to production usage.
• Follow company policies and procedures to ensure equipment and process safety.
• Present reports and updates to stakeholders, management, and executives
• Communicate with stakeholders, keep them informed and engaged, and resolve issues
• Document the project process and maintain project documentation

Requirements:

Qualifications/ What you bring (Must Haves) – Highlight Top 3-5 skills

• Bachelor's degree (or above) in Technology Engineering, Engineering & Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Engineering Technology.
• Professional experience –
• Experience in Robotics, including operation, teaching, maintenance, and safety
• Experience in PLC programming
• Proven experience in development of innovation projects in a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience with project management including writing detailed scope of work, creating schedules, managing vendors/contractors, and providing regular status updates
• Manage project resources, including finances and budgets, and allocate resources throughout the project
• Proven use of computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) engineering software techniques
• Ability to analyze and interpret engineering drawings
• Excellent time management and task prioritization skills
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Willingness and ability to travel, domestically and internationally as required (~25%).
• Willingness to work overtime as required.
• Added bonus if you have (Preferred):
• Experience in construction management
• Experience in automotive assembly plant
• Project Management certification
• Familiarity with SAE/ISO, NFPA/NEC, and UL standards
• Proven experience with conducting equipment risk assessments
• Experience deploying and troubleshooting vision systems

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Ability to Commute:

• KY 40324, United States (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• KY 40324, United States: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45 - $50