Electrical Controls Engineer

ViskoTeepak is a world leader in sales and manufacturing of cellulose, fibrous and plastic casings for the food industry. With our 6 manufacturing and converting plants and our 5 sales offices around the world we employ around 1100 people. ViskoTeepak’s core values are Trust, Ambition & Fun. Trust is built on credibility, being fair and treating each other with respect. We earn trust by delivering on our promises, which is particularly true for how we manage our business and our people. We have a strong desire to be the best and want to be Ambitious on our road to success. That is why we will walk the extra mile to help our customers and partners to succeed in their business. Fun is created by being successful in achieving your goals and by working with a team of people that you trust and feel connected to. It creates the energy that we need for taking on the next challenge!

Title: Controls Engineer
Reports To: Plant Director
Location: Kenosha, WI
Shift and Specific Hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm with flexibility/overtime

Position Summary:
The Controls Engineer will work with our Maintenance team and be the subject matter expert with PLCs and VFDs as well as plant operating systems. You will also work with machine operators, supervisors and managers to resolve production equipment issues while implementing continuous improvement practices and efforts. The ideal person for this role is a self-starter who is not afraid to bring ideas forward and is able to use data to help drive cost efficiencies. As a Controls Technician Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining programming troubleshooting and optimizing the control systems and automation technologies that support our production process, you will play a critical role in the successful implementation of new automation projects and enhancements to existing systems.

Essential Functions:

• Monitors electrical, electronic, mechanical control systems and other equipment to ensure

proper and efficient operation of equipment.

• Initiate corrective actions as necessary.
• Coordinates mechanical and electrical activities with the Maintenance and Operations teams.
• Perform periodic maintenance of systems.
• Troubleshoots electrical issues of all production equipment and applications.
• Recommend and implement improvements for equipment reliability.
• Maintains parts inventory, electrical and control documentation, equipment manuals, and other

associated equipment information.

• Performs general repair and maintenance tasks including equipment changeovers.
• Monitors the work of suppliers to ensure that appropriate electrical installation and repair is

accomplished.

• Practice plant safety guidelines and encourage others to always follow safety practices.
• Collaborate with other team members on special projects or equipment upgrades.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• BA/BS Degree in electrical engineering, a combination of school and experience, or 10+ year of

related experience in lieu of a degree.

• In-depth understanding of electrical, electronic and mechanical control systems, including PLC

programming (Allen Bradley Controllers highly desired).

• Proficient with Rockwell Automation Software.
• Ability to program and troubleshoot electronic and computer-based control systems.
• Ability to interpret schematics; electrical and mechanical.
• A basic understanding of engineering design, and experience with calculations for electrical and

electronic systems.

• Effective communicator with demonstrated ability to solve issues in a team environment and be

a technical leader and trainer.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders and stand for long periods of time, stooping, bending, twisting.
• Working outside in various weather conditions may also be required.

Environmental Conditions

• Personal protective equipment will be provided by the Company including, but not limited to

glasses, goggles, welding masks, gloves, aprons and hearing protection.

• Appropriate PPE, IAW the NFPA regulations is also required.
• The workplace is air-conditioned, heated and well lit.

Good Manufacturing Practices for Food Safety:
All Operation employees are responsible for the safety and quality of ViskoTeepak products. All safety issues must be reported to the supervisor immediately. All employees are advised of this and must be properly trained to perform this job using appropriate sanitation and food safety procedures.