Controls Planner Specialist - Greer, United States - MAU

Description

Job Description

Job Description

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MAU is hiring a Controls Planner Specialist at our client in Greer, SC. As a Controls Planner Specialist, you will guide the project phases of planning, executing, initiating, and approving new controls installations. Offering specialized engineering knowledge for new systems, you will formulate strategies to enhance control operations and establish benchmarks and exemplary practices for control methodologies within the department. This is a contract, long-term assignment.

Our client, a premier automotive company, is located in the upstate area of SC.

Benefits Package

• Major medical coverage, including dental and vision
• 401k with employer matching
• Term life
• Short-term disability
• Accidental loss
• Uniform allowance
• PTO and paid holidays

Shift Information

• 1st shift, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Engineering; OR
• Associate's degree in a related technical field such as Information Technology, Electrical, Computer, Mechatronics; AND
• 2+ years of professional controls planning experience in a manufacturing environment; OR
• Equivalent of 4+ years of professional controls planning experience in a manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of professional engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (automotive preferred)
• 5+ years of professional experience managing projects including structural modification measures in several equipment and/or controls planning projects
• 5+ years of professional experience with production/controls systems and equipment
• 5+ years of knowledge of controls systems
• 5+ years of skills problem investigation and data analysis
• 5+ years of skills in a long and short-term project management (continuous improvement, process analysis, controls planning)
• 5+ years of Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Access)
• 5+ years of professional communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation)
• 3+ years of skills to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• 3+ years of skills in using and applying statistical methods
• 3+ years of Microsoft Office Project Skills

Essential Functions

• Support the design and integration of control systems within the department, establishing industry-leading practices and ensure compliance with the company's central functions
• Analyze design both technically and financially, advocate for modification in line with group standards
• Work with internal stakeholders and external vendors to plan and execute project initiatives
• Seek the most cost-effective, high-quality, ergonomic, and environmentally friendly solutions, while fostering technical innovation
• Prepare cost projection, including investment and budgetary considerations, draft technical requirements, and solicit quotations
• Support the selection process for potential contractors, managing the invitation to bid, assessment of proposals, and recommendations for contract awards
• Support the acceptance of equipment from suppliers and its subsequent transition to the production team
• Execute highly complex projects with a strict adherence to budgetary constraints
• Keep management informed about key project milestones and progress
• Introduce corrective actions to enhance the dependability of control equipment promptly
• Adhere to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles
• Perform other tasks as required

Work Environment or Working Conditions

• Perform work in normal office environment and/or manufacturing production environment

Physical Demands
This position may require the following to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to stand and walk throughout the manufacturing areas
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to walk long distances and climb stairs

Travel

• Domestically and internationally

#PSCompany DescriptionMAU Workforce Solutions staffs excellent, effective people for their partners, allowing them to focus on their core competencies. Headquartered in Augusta, GA since 1973, MAU is a family-owned, minority company making lives better for applicants, clients, and employees through innovative workforce solutions. Today, with Branch and vendor on premise locations across the South and recruiting partners worldwide, MAU has global capabilities to help with all staffing, recruiting, and outsourcing needs.

Company Description

MAU Workforce Solutions staffs excellent, effective people for their partners, allowing them to focus on their core competencies. Headquartered in Augusta, GA since 1973, MAU is a family-owned, minority company making lives better for applicants, clients, and employees through innovative workforce solutions. Today, with Branch and vendor on premise locations across the South and recruiting partners worldwide, MAU has global capabilities to help with all staffing, recruiting, and outsourcing needs.