Ignition Developer

Fieldstone Cabinetry - New London, NC

Full-time - Entry Level

Remote - New London, NC

About the position

The Ignition Developer will manage and support projects aimed at developing and improving Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) applications and hardware across Fiberon brand facilities. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve daily MES issues, design and implement solutions, and maintain existing systems to foster a culture of continuous improvement. The developer will leverage technical skills in programming and application development to integrate MES with other data systems, enhance decision-making, and support operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day related MES issues and delegate to other team members, as necessary
• Utilize Ignition software for front end application design and development for MES
• Define, design, and lead software implementations throughout the manufacturing operations
• Support, troubleshoot, and maintain current applications and hardware
• Integrate solutions with ERP data to drive faster and easier decisions
• Develop reports based on MES and operational data
• Develop data acquisition systems by working closely with controls engineers
• Maintain, analyze, and participate in modifications to existing systems
• Analyze existing software code to make it more efficient
• Participate in development and testing of new systems and programs
• Participate in deploying integrated MES solutions in the Fiberon facilities
• Develop and execute end-user test plans as needed
• Support project teams to help drive continuous improvement
• Support corporate goals and objectives
• Provide 24/7 technical support to ensure appropriate response and resolution to manufacturing issues are met

Requirements

• Associates or bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering OR 3-5 years demonstrated experience with software development in front end application and design of manufacturing execution systems
• Experience with Python, Microsoft SQL databases, HTML, Java, and Expression languages
• Demonstrated software application implementations into a production environment
• Knowledge of Windows-based systems and MS Office Suite

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of PLC's, programming, tag structure, data collection
• Knowledge of SCADA and MES software, such as Ignition
• Knowledge of ERP system functionality, bill of materials (BOM's), part/product configuration, and production scheduling/sequencing
• Knowledge of Oracle Cloud Fusion ERP

Benefits

• Comprehensive health plans
• Market-leading 401(k) program with company contribution
• Product discounts
• Flexible time off benefits including half-day summer Fridays
• Inclusive fertility/adoption benefits
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support inclusivity