Electrical and Automation Engineer

Main Purpose of the job: The Electrical and Automation Engineer is responsible for ensuring reliable, efficient, and safe operation of all electrical and control systems across the factory facility. This role leads automation initiatives, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and continuous improvement projects to optimize production performance, product quality, and energy efficiency. Role and Activity Electrical Systems & Maintenance Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, motors, drives, and control panels. Diagnose and repair electrical faults, power distribution, PLCs, and instrumentation systems. Maintain and update electrical drawings, schematics, and documentation. Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and food manufacturing regulations. Automation & Controls Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar), HMIs, and SCADA systems. Support automation of production lines such as mix plant, freezer, filler, and packaging systems. Develop and implement control logic to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure consistent product quality. Collaborate with process engineers and operators to resolve automation issues and implement process improvements. Project Management & Continuous Improvement Lead or support electrical and automation projects, including upgrades, new line installations, and equipment integration. Work with vendors and contractors to specify, design, and commission automation solutions. Participate in continuous improvement and reliability programs (TPM, Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma). Optimize energy usage and sustainability performance through automation and system upgrades. Compliance & Safety Ensure adherence to food safety (HACCP, GMP) and occupational safety regulations (OSHA, NFPA). Conduct risk assessments, lockout/tagout (LOTO) audits, and equipment safety validations. Maintenance Tasks Ensure the maintenance plan has purpose, that it evolves to allow the maximum time available for production, no strip and rebuild for the sake of it! Only replace worn/ broken parts - condition based rather than planned based maintenance Drive the tasks through required work from observations and data, not just theoretical plans Full evaluation of, cost, availability and requirement to decide if run to failure or replace Maintenance always follows production, not the other way around. Ensure that maintenance tasks adhere to company's food safety polices at all times. Ensure all working practices comply with company rules and procedures in order that you and any other persons using the area of work can do so safely. Always keep full and up to date records of all equipment to ensure traceability Budget Treat all spends as if they are your own To manage, monitor and control costs to ensure that site costs are within budgeted requirements Represent The Froneri Way of working through the behaviors and characteristics in our Operating Model and Core Values Measurable Outcomes Down time Balance between planned & reactive Zero rejections for product food safety and quality issues due machinery Waste driven by poor equipment performance Daily, weekly, monthly production targets are fully met Costs are maintained at/below budgeted levels Direct Team to receive a performance review Training and development plans in place for all team, producing measurable business benefits Quality and improvement initiatives being implemented Reduction in accidents and incidents on a YOY basis An improving trend on the submitted weekly KPI's Projects delivered on time within budget Drive actions from quality benchmarking Levels of Responsibility All site process and equipment. Break down interventions, maintenance and improvements Production Targets Maintenance budget Health & Safety Team management Training and development of the team Impeccable hygiene standards always

BEHAVIORS AND CORE VALUES

Must consistently showcase the desired behaviors that represent our Core Values. We Take Ownership Stay committed to responsibilities from start to finish Make sound decisions and get into the right level of detail Apply resources to initiatives that add growth, improve efficiencies, or reduce waste We Do What Is Right Choose transparency over convenience, even if it means difficult conversations Set clear roles and responsibilities, enabling everyone to exercise appropriate initiative and judgment Speak up when you see something that does not align to our values and policies We Seek to Improve Strive to continuously improve and innovate to exceed expectations Value feedback from others and encourage open dialogue to understand how we can improve Learn from both successes and failures We Are Better Together Ensure decisions are based on what's best for the whole business Practice inclusion by seeking diverse perspectives Treat everyone with fairness and respect Work Environment In this position, the employee will regularly work with and around others; in a wet and/or humid environment; in areas of high noise level; and around mechanical, electrical, and pressurized equipment. The work is fast paced.

Cold Temperatures:

Parts of the facility, such as storage and production areas, may be kept at low temperatures.- Requires use of cold-protective PPE. May involve standing, lifting, and walking in refrigerated zones for extended periods.

Fast-Paced:

Workers often operate under strict timelines to meet production quotas.- High-speed manufacturing floor with frequent movement, line assignment changes, and tight production timelines. Standing for

Long Hours:

Many roles require prolonged standing and repetitive tasks.- Repetitive hand and arm movements required. Must be able to stand for hours with frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.

Food Safety Regulations:

Employees must follow hygiene and safety guidelines, including wearing protective gear (gloves, hairnets, etc.).

Team-Oriented:

Workers collaborate to ensure smooth production and packaging. The position involves frequent exposure to nuts and other potential allergens You should be proficient in: Bachelor's Degree Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Troubleshooting Skills Food and Beverage Manufacturing Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment PLC Programming Experience Electrical / Electronic Systems Packaging Experience Machines & technologies you'll use: Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Allen Bradley) Servo Motors Industrial Robot (Fanuc, ABB)