Packaging Automation Controls Specialist

Company: Optima Machinery USA Corporation
Location: Green Bay
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Role Snapshot Picture your day starting on a bustling packaging line at a customer site in the Consumer industry. You connect to a Rockwell ControlLogix system, fine-tune software parameters, and bring a machine from idle to high-speed performance. Later, you hop on a call with colleagues at our German headquarters to plan upgrades and rebuilds for existing equipment. Documentation is captured, code is versioned and archived, and the customer team understands exactly what changed and why. That is a typical day as our Packaging Automation Controls Specialist. What You Will Tackle Edit and optimize existing machine code in Rockwell ControlLogix (and CompactLogix where applicable). Adjust, test, and validate software parameters to stabilize throughput and quality. Analyze issues on complex production machinery and connect symptoms to PLC/HMI programming logic. Apply the SDLC documentation canon to ensure traceability across changes. Draft test protocols and Automation change controls, including validation documentation. Document troubleshooting steps and archive updated machine software for future reference. Use Lean Six Sigma methods (Root Cause Analysis, DMAIC, GEMBA, 5S, 5 Whys) to drive permanent fixes. Interface with clients and subcontractors; explain machine states, code decisions, and software processes to teammates and customers. Service and start up packaging machines for the Consumer industry, collaborating closely with German headquarters on upgrades and rebuilds. Skills & Strengths You Bring Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication; sound decision-making. Comfort working with experienced, multidisciplinary technical specialists. Ability to independently coordinate projects ranging from small to large scope. Download and manage PLC, HMI, and drive programs; partner with controls engineers to refine machine logic. Strong electrical aptitude; familiarity with accepted practices, techniques, and codes; read and work from IEC electrical diagrams. Capability to program projects from process description or from scratch. Deep knowledge of industrial controls devices: photoelectric sensors, proximity switches, solenoid valves, VFDs and servo drives, PLC I/O. Experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix and CompactLogix); VMware and HMI experience are a plus. SCADA exposure—preferably FactoryTalk View SE, WonderWare, or Ignition. Background We Look For 3–5 years working with high-speed machines or automated equipment. Expert knowledge of Allen-Bradley platforms (RSLogix 5000); Jetter controls experience is beneficial. BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Programming, or related field preferred. Demonstrated PLC programming, motion commissioning of new equipment, plus remote and field support. Experience interpreting electrical control diagrams and P&ID schematics. Knowledge of PLC/AC Drives/HMI/Servo/Motion Control required. SAP experience is ideal. Role Parameters Supervisory Responsibility: None. Work Environment: Customer production sites; follow plant safety rules; work independently and as part of a team. Physical Demands: Active technical role; at times lift up to 50 lbs. Position Type / Hours: Full-time, hourly. Be available when service is required and for ongoing training; maintain flexibility to meet customer support needs. Travel: Approximately 50–75% per year. Compensation & Benefits Job Type: Full-time Benefits include: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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