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Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer

Green Thumb Industries INCChicago, IL, United States
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The Role

The Automation Engineeris responsible for developing automated solutions, implementing new processes, optimizing existing processes, automated data collection, and executing the industrial control and programming strategy for GTI's production facilities. This position will work closely with the multiple teams to ensure flawless and quick speed to market. Success is gauged on the ability to deliver quality, detailed, and efficient solutions at scale. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a pivotal strategic role in priority projects from a feasibility standpoint through a full IQ, OQ, PQ validation and hand-off with a technical transfer to the site production team. They work collaboratively with multiple teams to deliver productivity improvements and Continuous Improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the efforts of Engineering and technical resources based on Senior Leadership Priorities and Site 90-day plan priorities.
  • Work with other departments (i.e. Prod Development, Project Management, Quality, Compliance, Operations, etc.) to integrate new systems.
  • Dedicate start-up management support for selected complex project integrations.
  • Ensures constant updates are provided to the VP of Manufacturing on the status of projects and improvement efforts in the facilities.
  • SME for automated packaging equipment, flow wrappers, beverage line, multi-combi scales, bag filling equipment, integrations, and automation.
  • Conduct studies, identify problems, recommend alternatives, and implement solutions in coordination with other teams.
  • Develop and deploy automated solutions for numerous processes to gain efficiency and streamline workflows.

Provide support to Start-up facilities via technical transfer :

  • Staffing
  • Equipment layout and requirements
  • Construction hand off
  • Regulatory engagement
  • Best-practice processes
  • Technical transfer related to equipment
  • Work with integrators, contractors, and site personnel to bring new functionality online and to troubleshoot issues as they arise.
  • Work with site maintenance and facilities personnel to develop and execute preventative maintenance plans.
  • Maintain up to date as-built records and drawings for existing and new deployments.
  • Integrate existing equipment with live data stream to dashboard with historian, report generation, alarms, notifications, and live visuals for site teams to track daily production.
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering and 5+ years Operations and Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven strategic experience in overseeing all aspects of large-scale manufacturing projects
  • Knowledgeable of TPM-based continuous improvement methodology
  • Knowledgeable of Engineering problem solving
  • Able to diagnose complex technical systems and develop simple human-machine interface and training solutions for optimal operations.
  • Experience in industrial networking / automation (SCADA-Ignition, ITOT, cyber security), controls experience (PLC - AB, Omron, Schneider, ladder logic \ STX), business and data analytics for manufacturing operations (Power Bi, Tableau,) vision systems, and robotics.
  • Highly motivated, self-directed, innovative and able to work independently or among teams with keen judgement, common sense and resourcefulness
  • Adapts and thrives in a demanding, start-up, fast-paced environment
  • Possesses a high level of critical thinking
  • Effective time-management skills and ability to multi-task
  • Ability to work well with others while also completing individually assigned tasks.
  • Operates with a high level of professionalism and integrity, including dealing with confidential information
  • Must understand and comply with the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of GTI
  • Must have a solid understanding of the Medical Marijuana laws, rules and regulations set forth by the state; a pursuit to further their understanding and knowledge of the industry and the laws.
  • Additional Requirements

  • Must be at a minimum of 21 years of age.
  • Must possess valid state ID.
  • Must be able to obtain, and maintain, state badging requirements to work in the cannabis industry (requires background check and state review)
  • Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time, many times with short notice.
  • Safety & Compliance :

  • Be aware of hazards in the workspace.
  • Retain and understand department specific training.
  • Report safety incidents / concerns and comply with follow-up actions.
  • Be compliant with area safety requirements, state regulations and PPE requirements.
  • Follow GMP, biosecurity, sanitation or other quality and compliance requirements.
  • Perform record keeping accurately and completely as directed by a lead or supervisor.
  • Maintain and calibrate tools, equipment and machinery as directed by a lead or supervisor.
  • Report and escalate safety & quality concerns.
  • Working Conditions

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform reaching, grasping, bending, stooping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
  • Must be able to sit and / or stand for extended periods of time while maintaining focus.
  • Must be able to lift, carry, and balance up to 50 pounds (and up to 100 pounds with assistance) AND must be able to do so with extreme care and caution when working with product.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment
  • Work involves daily exposure to allergens (such as cannabis, tree nuts, and coconut oil).
  • The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and / or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.

    Green Thumb Pay Range $100,000—$125,000 USD

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