Controls Engineer

About The Company:

Tootsie Roll Industries Inc. is Americas favorite candy company manufacturing and selling some of the worlds most popular confectionary brands. Beginning in a modest New York candy store with Tootsie Rolls introduction in 1896 the Chicago-based company has grown to become one of the countrys largest candy companies with operations throughout North America and with distribution channels in more than 75 countries. The Tootsie brands resonate strongly among every age group culture and demographic; for every occasion and event; and during every economic climate qualifying them as truly enduring iconic American confections.

Cambridge Brands Inc a division of Tootsie Roll Industries is the home of the longest-running candy manufacturing plant in Cambridge Massachusetts. They produce Junior Mints Sugar Babies Charleston Chews Junior Caramels Tootsie Mini Bites and Mini Bites.

Job Summary:

Cambridge Brands Inc. is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to manage and oversee all controls and electrical systems within their Cambridge Massachusetts plant. These efforts will include electrical design PLC/HMI programming reading and creating control schematics in AutoCAD Electrical and maintaining and troubleshooting electrical/electronic systems. This is a leadership position with direct reports including 3 Plant Electricians who this Controls Engineer will be responsible for mentoring training and managing. This is a full-time salaried position with expectation to work 1st shift and occasional overtime as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design build and maintain electrical/electronic systems and equipment including but not limited to:
  • Automated conveyor and packaging equipment
  • Robotic cells
  • Industrial communications networks
  • Building HVAC and lighting
• Oversee and manage sites electrical department
• Utilize leadership experience to mentor and manage team of Plant Electricians
• Design draft red-line maintain and organize wiring schematics and system drawings
• Adjust parameters in machines VFDs and servo motors
• Troubleshoot and adjust PLC and HMI programs
• Electrically tune and troubleshoot equipment for proper operation
• Assist in the assembly programming and installation of equipment as necessary
• Provide training to internal personnel as necessary
• Clearly and professionally interact with internal personnel and external contractors
• Provide technical support for plant processes and improvements
• Observe facility operations on a regular basis
• Communicate with Supervisors on a daily basis

Desired Qualifications:

• Education: BSEE or BSEET Degree
• Be familiar with Allen Bradley PLC Programming Software FactoryTalk View
• AutoCAD Electrical experience with projects and customization is a plus
• Strong candidates will also have experience programming and using: Siemens B and R Schneider Omron Beckhoff AutomationDirect controllers
• Basic knowledge of food processing plants and good manufacturing practices.
• Basic knowledge of proper work ergonomics and OSHA requirements for industrial applications.
• Attention to detail is a must
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Energetic friendly outgoing personality
• Demonstrate creative thinking
• Have a strong interest in Industrial Automation
• Have a strong mechanical and electrical background
• Willing to learn and grow with the company

Benefits Include:

• Competitive base salary starting at $140000 and discretionary annual bonus
• Medical Dental Vision and more plus 401(k) matching and profit-sharing for a sweet future
• Defined work/life balance so you can savor lifes moments
• The opportunity to lead exciting marketing initiatives!

Tootsie Roll LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Tootsie Roll LLC is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment and where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin disability age or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.

Tootsie Roll is committed to taking affirmative action to ensure that all applicants are given equal opportunity in all aspects of employment including hiring promotion compensation and training. We value diversity and encourage all individuals to apply including women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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