Sensient Technologies Corporation - Hoffman Estates, IL
posted 4 months ago
At Sensient Technologies, we are experts in the science, art, and innovation of color and flavor. We are market savvy and visionary. We are problem solvers. And we will be better with you. This newly created opportunity for a Manufacturing and Robotics Engineer will be responsible for supporting the development, engineering, and implementation of Automation projects and systems to optimize manufacturing processes and mitigate labor requirements. This role reports to our Flavors Group Director of Operations and Engineering. In this position, you will be designing and implementing industrial automation systems, including robotics, to improve efficiency and productivity. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation needs and develop solutions. Conducting feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for automation projects will be a key part of your responsibilities. You will also be programming and configuring PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces) for automated processes, troubleshooting and resolving issues with automation systems, and ensuring regular maintenance and upgrades of these systems to ensure optimal performance. Additionally, you will be responsible for developing and implementing safety protocols and procedures for automated processes, training and providing technical support to operators and maintenance personnel on automation systems, and monitoring and analyzing data from automation systems to identify areas for improvement and optimize performance.