Rich Products Corporation · 15 hours ago
Specialist - Automation
Brunswick, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expRich Products Corporation is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. The Specialist - Automation is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated control systems to improve manufacturing processes and ensure equipment reliability.
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Responsibilities
Design, program, and maintain PLCs, HMIs, and VFD systems for automated equipment
Develop and implement control strategies to improve process efficiency and reliability
Troubleshoot electrical and control system issues to minimize downtime
Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams on equipment upgrades and new installations
Ensure compliance with safety standards, electrical codes, and company policies
Maintain accurate documentation of control systems, including schematics and software backups
Provide technical support and training to maintenance personnel on control systems
Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of experience in industrial automation and controls engineering
Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley)
Experience with HMI development and troubleshooting
Strong understanding of electrical systems, instrumentation, and industrial networking
Knowledge of safety standards (NFPA 70E, OSHA) and control system best practices
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience with robotics, motion control, and vision systems
Familiarity with MES systems and data integration
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Experience with AutoCAD
Company
Rich Products Corporation
Rich’s is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.5MKey Investors
California Energy Commission
2024-09-12Grant· $1.5M
Leadership Team
Robert Rich
Founder
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