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TAMKO Building Products LLC is seeking a Control Systems Manager to work at one of TAMKO’s primary locations.  The Controls Systems Manager will provide support to all TAMKO manufacturing locations and provide oversight of TAMKO’s PLC programming development as well as strategic vision on PLC programming standards and techniques. This is a management position that will oversee a team of 4-6 PLC Controls Engineers directly and 6 Controls Engineers indirectly.

Summary of Essential Job Functions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may also be assigned.

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the Manufacturing Playbook and Playlist.  Support and apply the Playbook/Playlist in all areas.
• Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of PLC development
• Specifically demonstrate expert knowledge of PLC development in Siemens platforms.
• Develop robust support documentation for troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Work cross-functionally with other Plant Systems technical groups, Engineering & Construction, and Manufacturing personnel.
• Oversee and execute an enterprise-wide PLC programming standard to ensure new solutions are developed for future replicability, scalability, and further improvements.
• Supervise a team of Controls Engineers developing Controls solutions for TAMKO’s production facilities.
• Review or oversee team members reviewing Controls solutions contracted to outside vendors.
• Evangelize, develop strategies and execute those strategies in support of TAMKO’s Autopilot Strategic Initiative
• Mentor and assist with the training of controls specialists, electricians, electrical engineers at TAMKO’s Engineering & Construction division, Plant Systems and the manufacturing facilities.
• Work with outside contractors and consultants on specifying equipment, systems integration, and system installs as necessary.
• Maintain awareness of new capabilities and technologies as they relate to PLC systems. When applicable, lead the implementation and adoption of new technologies.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with key plant personnel and discussing potential projects while on site.  Be customer oriented and remain engaged with the customer even after a job is complete.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Electrical Systems; or equivalent education and experience.
• 5+ years of industry experience with PLC systems on an enterprise level
• 3+ years of industry experience with Siemens systems.
• Previous experience managing Control Engineers and developing junior team members.
• Basic knowledge of continuous web handling production processes.
• Fundamental knowledge of manufacturing systems.
• Strong “change leader”
• Analytical thinker with problem solving/troubleshooting skills.
• Mechanical/electrical systems knowledge.
• Schematic proficiency.
• Expert knowledge of Controls programming.
• Travel up to 15% of the time.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job the employee will regularly remain in a stationary position for long periods. The employee will also be required to traverse the office and plant production floors.
• This job is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes, odors and airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat, vibration and confined spaces.  The employee is occasionally exposed to acidic or caustic chemicals.  A respirator may be required at times.  The noise level in the work environment varies from loud to quiet, with hearing protection provided.

In addition to an attractive wage, this position offers a competitive benefits package including Group Health and Life Insurance, Vision and Dental Insurance, a Flexible Benefits Plan, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match, a Profit Sharing Retirement Plan, and other benefits.

This job description is subject to change at any time.