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Operations Systems/Controls Developer (SCADA/MES)

Schreiber Foods
Shippensburg, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2025

Job Category : Engineering Job Family : Operations Systems Job Description :

This position is responsible for developing, managing, and supporting operations systems used primarily on the plant floor and by Operations leaders including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI's), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), data collection (Historian), operational reporting and dashboards, and integrations with other company systems while also utilizing database systems for storing and retrieving data.

This position works with Operations Systems / Controls partners as well as Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, IT, and contractors to identify opportunities and user needs that will increase safety, operational efficiency, control, and performance of production assets and partners. The position designs and develops solutions, system modifications, and enhancements for productivity improvements consistent with company standards and industry best practices. The position also manages projects and contributes to the company standards and improvements in the operations systems / controls space with collaboration throughout the company.

Schreiber Foods has standardized to the Inductive Automation Ignition Perspective Platform for SCADA.

This is a fully ONSITE position scheduled 5 days / week.

Additional Compensation Provided :

  • Relocation Benefits : Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for the position.

What you'll do :

  • Develop, build, and install SCADA, MES, and information management solutions through programming / scripting, tag configuration, graphics, HMI's, reports / dashboards, and database systems to gain the productivity and safety outcomes designed in collaboration with stakeholders and partners.
  • Design solutions to improve safety, efficiency, control, and performance of company assets and partners by working collaboratively with users and fellow operations systems / controls partners to understand opportunities, issues, and potential solutions.
  • Provide issue support, troubleshooting, and proactive maintenance of operations systems, which requires 24 / 7 call availability, and engage appropriate IT, Maintenance, or other support teams for cross-functional support as necessary.
  • Manage projects and plan system implementations by considering impacts and risks to production processes and end users. Manage project tasks and communicate plans effectively. Build and manage system documentation and user training / guides for operations systems and changes impacting production.
  • Prioritize requests and manage a backlog of system opportunities for operations systems through alignment with key stakeholders and leaders.
  • Implement and support Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) solutions through programming, and communication configurations for situations where PLCs offer the best architected solution.
  • Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements. Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and / or support groups. Establishes and Audits PCPs, CCPs and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes, to ensure customer requirements are met. Reviews incidents during which the procedures are not met, and determines appropriate corrective action for partners failing to follow standard procedures.

    What you need to succeed :

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related field
  • 5 years experience in Industrial Control Systems or Manufacturing environment if no bachelor's degree
  • 3 years experience in Operations Systems / Industrial Control Systems (within a manufacturing environment is preferred)
  • SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian, Reporting / Dashboard, and Programming skills (experience with the Ignition SCADA Platform and the Perspective User Interface module is preferred.)
  • Hardware and software configuration, architecture, and design understanding.
  • Database skills in tables, views, stored procedures, SQL queries, and reporting.
  • Ability to write software code / scripting logic (i.e. Python).
  • Understanding of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) concepts and programming logic and execution.
  • Understanding of Industrial Control Systems and components.
  • Ability to understand production and manufacturing processes and concepts.
  • Effective Communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • The ability to learn new technologies and software systems efficiently.
  • Ability to plan, prioritize, and lead individual and team projects.
  • Travel up to 5%
  • Eligible partners will receive :

  • Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you'll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. In addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount – about 8% of your earnings – toward your retirement every year. That's a company contribution of around 16% in retirement savings annually. That's hard to beat!
  • Earn bonus pay. You'll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
  • Ready to make a move? Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for a U.S. Salaried position.
  • Childcare costs . Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
  • Earn $ for focusing on your health. Depending on your medical plan enrollment, earn $1,200 in your HSA or as a cash payout for prevention activities. Plus, use your $600 lifestyle spending account for reimbursements related to health, fitness, weight management, mental health and social wellness.
  • Pursue development that's relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
  • Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
  • Experience caring like you've never experienced it before. We have a program that's completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It's called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.
  • Sound like a company you'd like to be a part of? Click Apply .

    Need extra assistance with the application process? Contact recruiting@schreiberfoods.com or call 920-437-7601.

    For positions that require any amount of travel : Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

    Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

    An Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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