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Mondelēz International · 1 week ago

Automation Lead

Portland, OR

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$95K/yr - $131K/yr

Mondelēz International is a major player in the snacking industry, seeking an Automation Lead to oversee production operations in their plant. The role focuses on enhancing technical capabilities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

Consumer GoodsFood and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Build technical capability in the electrical team

Develop PLC (Allen-Bradly) and DCS (Foxboro) technical knowledge to be extended to the maintenance team

Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for plant electrical, instrumentation and control equipment

Manage and maintain updated electrical and control maintenance documentation and resources

Develop and maintain personal technical knowledge in plant electrical and control systems

Develop & implement maintenance and inspection plans to ensure reliability, sustainability and security of electrical distribution infrastructure

Ensures compliance to governmental regulatory OSHA and safety programs and processes

Support electrical and control work performed by electricians and contractors

Provide technical support for maintenance team during assigned shift and on call support off shifts as required

Ensure safe installations and operations thorough proper design, protection systems, procedures & training

Coordinate with the site Safety Manager on electrical matters related to safety, power distribution, energy conservation, legal compliance, complaints, etc

Supports and promotes future efforts to effectively introduce and implement maintenance redesign initiatives to extend equipment life and reliability

Coordinate with other departments to resolve electrical issues

Work with engineering department to support development and implementation of capital projects and identify potential productivity improvements

Complies with all current Federal, State, and Local government safety, health, and environmental regulations

Support the Manufacturing annual operational plans and targets to meet Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability, Engagement goals in line with the site Compelling business need. coach Line Leaders, cascade & communicate the plans and targets to employees to ensure alignment and understanding around priorities, focus and KPI’s

Lead and be Accountable to establish a strong Governance to Review, Control Operational performance and Continuous Improvement plan and embed a zero loss mindset to constantly improve and deliver against best in class both internally and externally. Drive the Operating team to identify and manage improvements to technology, culture, capability and operating systems to deliver a best practice and reliable operation

Support all Manufacturing standards, Governance, Compliance requirements (e.g. Corporate Quality, Food safety & GMP, Health, Safety, Security, Environment, Sustainability, Code of conduct, Policies & principles, Operational standards, Local legal requirements, Internal Audit norms, & other procedures updated from time to time) are in place, understood by all, and is regularly reviewed and monitored for effective implementation

Lead and be Accountable for Talent, Capabilities & Engagement for the Manufacturing team - identify and implement critical levers to attract, retain & develop critical talent and builds capability at all levels, technical and behavioral, to build a sustainable workforce profile for the future. Partner effectively with all multi-functional peers internally & externally (outside the plant) to achieve objectives, goals and KPI’s

Qualification

PLC (Allen-Bradley)DCS (Foxboro)Electrical maintenanceIndustrial instrumentationLEAN6 SigmaProject managementCommunication skillsTeam buildingCoaching skillsTechnical supervisionBilingual (English/Spanish)

Required

Strong operational & manufacturing leadership experience in CPG industry with experience in TPM-Total productive maintenance, 5s, LEAN, 6 sigma tools and concepts

Excellent communication (verbal & written), coaching, and leadership skills in a team-based environment. Demonstrated abilities in Analytics, problem solving and team building

An Engineer with a strong financial & business acumen, project management skills and Knowledge of industrial maintenance and manufacturing equipment

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechatronic / Electronic)

Experience on Food industry experience. Preferable in Mondelēz projects

Proficiency in working with Allen-Bradley PLC's using RS Logix software

Understanding of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and server/client system

Experience with industrial power & control circuits

Experience with industrial instrumentation

Experience with industrial communication networks; Fieldbus, Ethernet, & ControlNet

Experience with AC & DC drives Allen-Bradley & Toshiba

Ability to read and understand schematics and electrical drawings

Proficient troubleshooting skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision and function effectively in a highly demanding environment

Ability to interact effectively with outside vendors, production operators, team leads, and the maintenance trades

English / Spanish required

Preferred

Oregon's electrical license is preferred

Maintenance background strongly preferred

Technical supervision experience

Benefits

Health insurance

Wellness and family support programs

Life and disability insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid leave programs

Education related programs

Paid holidays and vacation time

Company

Mondelēz International

Glassdoor4.0

Mondelēz International, Inc.

Founded in 1903

Chicago, Illinois, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.mondelezinternational.com/

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