Senior Controls Engineer/Specialist

Job Overview

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Create and maintain plant automation and control systems, staying current with new technology and safety
requirements for all Pet operations. Set standards and introduce new technology in the electrical and controls field
within the Pet operations.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintenance and development of electrical control systems and plant automation. Participates in the
determination of specifications for new installations and performs as a key member on project installation teams.

Maintain standards for plant automation, ensuring consistency across all facilities. Support all Pet ongoing operations
and maintenance troubleshooting requirements. Participates and supports in the Overall Equipment Effectiveness
Program (OEE), provides training for new and developing controls technicians.

Maintain safety of electrical systems and plant automation: Participation in the National Fire Prevention
Association (NFPA) 70E safety requirement. Maintains compliance with regulatory authority for all electric systems.

Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in the ongoing development, communication and
implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team
members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all
major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any
areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a
supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy
possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems
(e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain
familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact
of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.