About The Job
Danone Nutricia Early Life Nutrition is a division of the Danone Group with the overall Group employing 100,000 talents in over 60 countries worldwide. Macroom Supply Point is a strategic spray drying factory within the division, being a major supplier of infant formula to other plants within the network.
Operating in a progressive and production focused Team, reporting to the Production Manager, the Automation Engineer has direct responsibility for delivery of automation projects in a top class spray drying facility.
About You
Main Responsibilities and KPI's
* Ability to maintain complex in house automated systems
* Perform regular fault finding and troubleshooting activities to ensure sustainable process reliability
* Trouble shoot current production automation issues and resolve in a timely manner
* Ability to deliver new projects and solutions that ensure a constant rate of continuous improvement
* Ability to keep up to date with the ever changing technological environment, equipment changes and product changes
* Monitor and Improve OE - Track and process line reliability & performance. Identify bottlenecks within the process, report and conduct root cause analysis with relevant team members.
* Modify existing control systems to meet changing production demands.
* Identify opportunities where automation can benefit and enhance production.
Functional Competencies
* Excellent communicator who facilitates bottom up and top down communication channels together
* A proven 'doer' who acts with speed, agility and pragmatism to deliver results
* Strong logical and clear thinking individual
* Strong self discipline and a structured approach
* Embodies 'safety first culture' with full and thorough commitment to continuous improvement
* Ability to meticulously plan processes
* The maturity and professionalism to deal with all levels of the organisation in a factual and cordial manner and capable of writing concise and clear report commentary
* Strong ethical character required
* Team player who fosters good will and respect in the immediate and greater team environment
* Enthusiasm for the role of business combined with professional presentation and communication skills
* Ability to make presentations to high level groups
Professional Expeirence
* The ideal candidate will have a minimum qualification of Level 8. B.Sc. or B.Eng. honours degree in Automation, Electronics, Mechatronics, Electrical or Software Engineering with a proven track record of successfully completing automated projects
* Strong working knowledge of all aspects of complex automated systems including PLC, vision systems, as well as a good understanding of MES systems.
* Knowledge of Siemens S7, WINCC and Wonderware a distinct advantage
* At least 5 years relevant experience in an FMCG, fast paced, high volume manufacturing environment with demonstrable and transferable skills is essential
* Proficient in the use of MS Office tools and working knowledge of Statistical Process Control Systems
* A solid understanding of most industrial networks as well as an appreciation of machine design and control are essential.
* Understanding and ability to apply in live situations the principles and tools of lean manufacturin
* Experience in standardisation of processes.
* Proven Problem solving and trouble shooting skills
About us
Competitive salary and a wide range of benefits