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PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: The Control Systems Technician is responsible for assisting with the design and implementation of automation and process systems for Tree Top's production facilities. Position analyzes, codes, installs, tests, modifies, and maintains computer controls hardware, programs, software interfaces and applications in a process control environment. In addition, position conducts operators', mechanics', and supervisors' trainings on newly installed processing systems. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: This position reports to the Director of Engineering and does not supervise. The position works closely with plant staff, engineering, product development, contractors and consultants. QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENTRY: KNOWLEDGE OF: Intermediate working knowledge of various manufacturers, PLC and HMI hardware and software application. Understanding of NFPA 70 National Electrical Code, NFPA 70E and effectively implement electrical projects using this code. Intermediate working knowledge of process control systems including instrumentation and process control hardware, software, and methods. Has basic understanding of food processing, thermal systems, CIP systems, and packaging. Knowledge of graphic arts. Low voltage wiring, facility power distribution, electrical and controls panel wiring, instrumentation functionality. Understanding of program and project development and administration. Understanding of process and equipment design. Understandingof construction management. Understanding of electrical, mechanical or chemical engineering and their application to food manufacturing facilities. Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations. ABILITY TO: Assist with the managment and coordination on a variety of complex projects. Ability to be part of a team to design and execute extremely complex PLC and SCADA programs, including analyzing, designing, coding, testing, and debugging. Ability to troubleshoot industrial processes. Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion. Research, and analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, and project consequences of proposed actions. Understand and interpret specifications, maps, plans, and reports pertaining to capital improvement projects and plant expansions. Effectively organize, plan, and execute assigned tasks and projects Use computers and computer software including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, PLCs, HMI, and SCADA programs. Meet behaviors established in Tree Top's performance management and development process. Use computers and computer software including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and AutoCAD. EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION/LICENSES, AND TRAINING: A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field is preferred, with a minimum of 2 - 4 years of experience. Alternatively, a minimum of 7 years of experience performing system integration, project management, PLC/HMI development programming, process engineering, control systems engineering, or related. International Society of Automation - Certified Automated Professional and/or Certified Control Systems Technician is highly desirable. Full benefit details for this position can be found on our website The above job profile does not include all essential and nonessential duties of this job. A full job description is available at the time of interview. Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this job with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the department/division to accommodate the limitation. Tree Top does not employ individuals under the age of 18. Tree Top is an EEO/AA employer. All qualifie