Danone Nutricia Early Life Nutrition is a division of the Danone Group with the overall Group employing 100,000 talents in over 60 countries worldwide. Macroom Supply Point is a strategic spray drying factory within the division, being a major supplier of infant formula to other plants within the network.

Operating in a progressive and production focused Team, reporting to the Production Manager, the Automation Engineer has direct responsibility for delivery of automation projects in a top class spray drying facility. 

Main Responsibilities and KPI's

• Ability to maintain complex in house automated systems
• Perform regular fault finding and troubleshooting activities to ensure sustainable process reliability
• Trouble shoot current production automation issues and resolve in a timely manner
• Ability to deliver new projects and solutions that ensure a constant rate of continuous improvement
• Ability to keep up to date with the ever changing technological environment, equipment changes and product changes
• Monitor and Improve OE - Track and process line reliability & performance. Identify bottlenecks within the process, report and conduct root cause analysis with relevant team members.
• Modify existing control systems to meet changing production demands.
• Identify opportunities where automation can benefit and enhance production.

 Functional Competencies  

• Excellent communicator who facilitates bottom up and top down communication channels together
• A proven ‘doer’ who acts with speed, agility and pragmatism to deliver results
• Strong logical and clear thinking individual
• Strong self discipline and a structured approach
• Embodies ‘safety first culture’ with full and thorough commitment to continuous improvement
• Ability to meticulously plan processes
• The maturity and professionalism to deal with all levels of the organisation in a factual and cordial manner and capable of writing concise and clear report commentary
• Strong ethical character required
• Team player who fosters good will and respect in the immediate and greater team environment
• Enthusiasm for the role of business combined with professional presentation and communication skills
• Ability to make presentations to high level groups 

Professional Expeirence

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum qualification of Level 8. B.Sc. or B.Eng. honours degree in Automation, Electronics, Mechatronics, Electrical or Software Engineering with a proven track record of successfully completing automated projects
• Strong working knowledge of all aspects of complex automated systems including PLC, vision systems, as well as a good understanding of MES systems.
• Knowledge of Siemens S7, WINCC and Wonderware a distinct advantage
• At least 5 years relevant experience in an FMCG, fast paced, high volume manufacturing environment with demonstrable and transferable skills is essential
• Proficient in the use of MS Office tools and working knowledge of Statistical Process Control Systems
• A solid understanding of most industrial networks as well as an appreciation of machine design and control are essential. 
• Understanding and ability to apply in live situations the principles and tools of lean manufacturin 
• Experience in standardisation of processes. 
• Proven Problem solving and trouble shooting skills

Competitive salary and a wide range of benefits