Plant Controls Engineer
Colgate-Palmolive · Hodges, SC
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Controls
- Industry
- Industrial
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- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level controls role at Colgate-Palmolive (industrial) in Hodges, SC. In this role, you will utilize your technical expertise to design, develop, and maintain control systems for our manufacturing plants.
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How this role compares
Against 17 other live controls postings in South Carolina.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 78%
- Automation 78%
- Team leadership 39%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 39%
- Root cause 33%
- Robotics 28%
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Full description from Colgate-PalmoliveAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
At Colgate-Palmolive, we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Plant Controls Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a leader in the consumer goods industry, we are committed to delivering high-quality products to our customers while also prioritizing sustainability and innovation. In this role, you will utilize your technical expertise to design, develop, and maintain control systems for our manufacturing plants. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about problem-solving, continuously improving processes, and driving results. If you have a strong background in controls engineering and are ready for a challenging and rewarding career, we invite you to apply for this position.\n\nDesign, develop, and maintain control systems for Colgate-Palmolive's manufacturing plants.
Utilize technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve issues with control systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements.
Ensure all control systems comply with industry standards and regulations.
Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Stay updated on industry developments and advancements in control systems technology.
Develop and implement training programs for plant operators on control systems.
Monitor and analyze data to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost savings.
Lead projects to upgrade or install new control systems in manufacturing plants.
Work closely with maintenance and production teams to ensure minimal downtime and maximum productivity.
Develop and maintain documentation for control systems, including schematics and user manuals.
Serve as a subject matter expert on control systems and provide technical support to teams.
Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to source and implement new control systems technologies.
Adhere to company policies, procedures, and safety standards at all times.
Continuously evaluate and improve control systems to optimize plant performance and reduce waste.