Plant Controls Specialist Job at Pepsico (Dallas)

Job Description

The PepsiCo Foods R&D is a fast-paced Pilot Plant/Testing Facility focused on innovation and new product development. The primary focus for this role is responsible for the Controls/Electrical system maintenance improving PepsiCo’s processes automation and advanced control mechanisms including PLC, OT, AI and existing technologies. Associate in this role will be part of a larger team that will be responsible for site controls manage and day to day Controls maintenance. Associates in this role will be expected to have strong communication/collaboration skills as they will be working with cross-functional partners on the data analytics, and IT teams as well as external vendors to execute our holistic agenda. Experience working with industrial processes will be critical. Work schedule: Monday to Friday 6:30am to 3:30pm. Flexible to cover some weekends as necessary for business needs

Job Responsibility

Provide front line support of our PLC, SCADA applications, plant networking maintenance, and System Security (fire wall)
Would be responsible to ensure that equipment is available as required for site operations
Fault finding on PLCs and PC based SCADA applications
Competent to carry out diagnostic testing and repair of controls related issues
Modifications, tests, and minor installation work
Programming of Allen-Bradley VFDs (Powerflex and 525 series)
Programming and Maintenance of Servo systems
Programming and Maintenance of Vision systems (OPTYX and Odenberg)
Program factory floor devices and applications (PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems)
Support project planning with hardware, software, and integration strategies for OT floor operations and validations
Operating technology systems security
Interface as Ops controls specialist for IoT edge devices and Machine AI applications for the factory floor
Develop solutions to enhance process data analytics and data management
Develop best practices for new technology deployments in an industrial environment
Partner with EHS as a subject matter expert for new equipment Controls assessments and risk mitigation
Change Management support on new equipment that gets commissioned at Pilot Plant
Vendor/Project Management/Capex Planning and implementation ensuring PepsiCo Specs are Maintained
Research and Purchase Critical /Spares as needed (online and from Vendors direct)
Build SLA's with 3rd party vendors
Lead IT and Controls Projects to commissioning phase and provide Commissioning support for product development teams as needed
Provide technical training and mentoring to L3 and L4 Maintenance Techs
Support site food safety programs and audits
Lead Food safety and Food Defense programs for the Plant to assist Plant Management maintain FSSSC22000 Certification
Support R&D development including testing and retail production for test markets
Support Plano GPC operations at multiple sites (TPC, Process Lab)
Maintain Plant Wi-Fi Network (both 192 and 26 networks)
Maintain Site security Cameras ensuring we meet all Program/policy related compliance
Identify needed plant upgrades, negotiate with vendors for identified improvement projects and manage project purchase orders/budget with vendors
Manager all Servers on site including Historian, SQL Server, VM Ware, Security and Site Access Servers
Lead/manage assigned EHS compliance programs
Maintain PM program records as required to support Safety/Food Safety programs
Lead/participate in Food Safety mandated Audits (AIB, FSSC22000, FDA) for maintenance related programs
Lead/Support Food Defense Program (will be part of multiple teams)
Ensure all food safety/food defense and EHS related work orders are prioritized, and issues resolved to maintain compliance
Complete required safety, food safety, and food defense training as required
Raise MOC request as needed (new equip, equip mods, and transfers)
Engage with EHS team to ensure site safety (Cameras, Access Control)

Requirements

Associate Technical Degree Preferred (Networking /System Security or related field
2+ Years in Food Manufacturing Technology and Processes preferred
Experience in Project Management/Management with industrial controls System
Experience working and Managing and Plant Network Management
Excellent computer skills necessary for communications using Outlook, Excel, IM, Zoom, MS Teams
Proficiency in multiple computing apps and tools (SQL, Historian, VMware, RSlogix, IntraVue, Realware etc.)
In addition to advanced knowledge of controls and networking, electrical skills, instrumentation and mechanical knowledge is required
Advanced knowledge of low /high voltage circuit troubleshooting
Advanced knowledge of industrial 3ph motors
Ability to read electrical, controls and mechanical prints for troubleshooting and designing purposes
VFD programming capability including Allen-Bradley Series 4, 7, 525, and 527s
Intermediate Knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC Program, Ladder Logic, and Block Diagram
Troubleshooting experience on Allen-Bradley PLCs VFDs
Basic Troubleshooting Experience on Plant IT Network
Intermediate knowledge of Building Automation troubleshooting
Highly motivated to work with others in a team environment to deliver on the team development objectives with strong desire to provide individual contribution
Team player, flexibility, mechanical aptitude, work with limited supervision, self-starter, written and verbal communication skills
Mechanical/electrical skills for troubleshooting and parts fabrication as required
Knowledge of GRT for parts and Purchase Ordering
Owns the planning, organizing and upkeep of preventative maintenance schedule to maximize performance of all plant and ensure a safe working environment for all tasks carried out
Knowledge of the SCADA system preferred

What we offer

Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life)
Defined Contribution Retirement Plan

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