PLC Project Planning Manager

WITRON Integrated Logistics, Inc.

Position:

Responsible for planning automated Logistics projects from construction through full operation. Plans electrical circuits for controls integration of automated systems. Oversees software development for project specific machine and conveyor application. Supervises and coordinates electrical installation and commissioning of automated systems. Coordinates Commissioners, Electricians, and Mechanics in modifying, maintaining, and repairing electronics equipment/systems to ensure proper functioning. Coordinates automated system testing and continuous improvement processing with customer and IT counterparts. Assists and trains WITRON and customer personnel in technical machine applications within automated system. Creates procedures and documentation and risk analyses for system installation and equipment setup. Develops and improves automated system operation processes. Supervises all Commissioning employees during installation/operations and repairs. May telecommute from any location in the U.S. 90% domestic and international travel required to manage projects at customer sites. Supervises approximately 15 subordinate positions with titles such as PLC Commissioners, Electricians, and Mechanics.

This position requires 5 years of related experience commissioning an automated logistics system and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a leadership role within an industrial, manufacturing, or logistics environment. In the alternative, the company will accept a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, or a related field and 1 year of related experience within a logistics environment. Must also have 12 months of experience with each of the following: (1) Programming and testing Beckhoff/Siemens PLC automated equipment such as ARS Cranes, Case packing machine, Stretch wrapper, Depalletizers, and conveyor system; (2) Understanding electrical schematics and drawing of automated equipment and associated components (Servo drives, safety circuits, and AC/DC Power circuits); (3) Material flow planning with Autocad and creating procedures and documentation for system installation and equipment setup; (4) Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical/electrical systems; and (5) Training subordinate equipment technicians and equipment operators on all automated equipment. Will accept experience gained concurrently. Candidates must past a drug test before beginning employment. 90% domestic and international travel required to manage projects at customer sites. Salary: $90,000 to $115,000/year. Full-time, telecommuting available from anywhere in US. HQ at 3721 N. Ventura Drive, Suite 140, Arlington Heights, IL 60004.