Analyst, MES

Job Responsibilities

• Provide support for shop floor systems and data integration to and from these systems Continue to expand understanding of manufacturing processes and apply this knowledge to existing and new systems solutions Develop, implement, and support automation systems including distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLC), and SCADA systems to the manufacturing processes Support, maintain, and troubleshoot Human-Machine Interface (HMI) applications integrated with PLC and MES systems Support Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations on a daily basis to identify, troubleshoot, and solve basic issues Support and troubleshoot SQL queries and stored procedures Troubleshoot reported problems affecting production in various technical platforms Self-motivated, willing and able to quickly understand the environment, and work hands on to solve business issues Support shop floor networks (Layer 2) in conjunction with network engineers Be willing and able to provide 24/7 support Travel up to 40% as projects require All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures All GLC employees are expected to produce and promote our products and services in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager Required Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of relevant shop-floor systems experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline. Knowledge of remote desktop & ThinManager Knowledge of Rockwell (FactoryTalk) solutions Knowledge of MS SQL Server Knowledge of PLC Ladder Logic (Allen Bradley) Analytical and written/verbal communication skills Self-starter, curious, and inquisitive Must be legally authorized to work for a company in the United States without sponsorship Preferred Education and Experience 0-2 years of relevant shop floor systems experience Project Management expertise, ideally including PMP certification Technical experience implementing in and supporting a manufacturing environment Ability to understand and troubleshoot shop floor networks Practical knowledge of S88 and S95 ISA Standards Practical knowledge of CPwE Design & Implementation Familiarity with networking equipment and protocols (Cisco, Stratix) Software development skills (C#, JavaScript, C++, Python) Knowledge of VMWare solutions (vCenter) Knowledge of InfinityQS/Advantive Knowledge of Aveva/WonderWare solutions Working Conditions
• Work is performed in an office setting.
• Occasional exposure to industrial operations including: temperature extremes from approximately 35oF to 100oF; noise levels in excess of 85 dB; moisture and moving machinery. EEOC & Disclaimer Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.