Process and Automation Specialist - Barrett Petfood Innovations : Job Details

About Barrett Located in the heart of central Minnesota, Barrett Petfood develops super premium pet food diets from emerging brands to market leaders in the industry. Our family-owned, nimble execution and continuous innovation takes pet food manufacturing, packaging and distribution to differentiating levels.With a relationship focus and a family feel, we offer many career opportunities throughout our process. Purpose: Process and Automation Specialist Our Process and Automation Specialist is responsible for programming our automated controls and supporting the packaging department on equipment-related issues. Attributes

• Communication

• Attention to Detail

• Organization and Time Management

• Ability to multi-task

• Safety

• Teamwork

• Training

• Advanced degree in automation or robotics preferred

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day support and troubleshooting of packaging and production equipment, solutions may require development of new or improved equipment, processes, or techniques.

• Automation and robotic support for multiple packaging lines.

• Works independently and with a team, conferring with supervisor on complex assignments.

• Assists senior process engineering activities and projects in coordination with internal and external partners.

• Identifies and investigates issues and provides solutions to management team.

• Assesses feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering tests, products, and equipment.

• Executes and leads performance improvement activities through OEE.

• Effectively manages small to mid-sized projects to ensure project completion is on-time, on-budget, and on-quality; coordinates project work with other operating units; regularly reports project status.

Compensation: $25 - $30 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.Benefits

• Company Paid Medical

• Affordable Dental &Vision

• Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability

• 401k with Company Match

• 7 Paid Holidays

• Paid Time Off

• Wellness Program

• Free Pet Food

Disclaimer This job description is not a complete description of responsibility, but reflects the general qualifications, duties and/or responsibilities necessary to perform this position. Barrett reserves the right to revise the job description as circumstances warrant.