Sr. Analyst, Manufacturing Site Programmer at S.C. Johnson & Son, Inc. in Bay City, Michigan

Job Description:

The Senior Analyst, Manufacturing Site Programmer is responsible for programming PLCs & Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs). Programming will include both project work and plant work intended to eradicate losses, build new capabilities and/or implement new technologies.

SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.

SC Johnson's total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we're committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

You will report directly to the Site Engineering Manager and are primarily accountable for:

• Providing process control system programming and assist in control system design for all computer-controlled machinery and processes in the manufacturing plants and for new Capital Projects

• Providing support to the manufacturing plants to improve safety, manufacturing efficiencies, product quality, resin yield, equipment reliability and product cost


• Investigating, driving, and assisting on projects involving cost saving, process optimization, productivity improvements and replacing obsolete equipment related to existing processes utilizing common problem solving methodologies and engineering work processes


• Estimating and analyzing the costs and benefits of various options and presenting them in a concise manner


• Troubleshooting operational problems in the production plants as they relate to process control issues and field hardware

Required Skills / Experience / Competencies:

• Associate's degree with 3+ years of experience in PLC programming with Allen Bradley PLC5 and ControlLogix platforms and manufacturing support in a high-speed manufacturing environment


• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Skills / Experience / Competencies:

• Experience with plastic extrusion, film making, web handling


• Experience with drives and control system design


• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities which fosters group commitments to goals and objectives.


• Communication - Strong oral and written communication skills.


• Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement tools and methodologies (Lean, 4M, 5-Why, Kaizens, PDCA, Engineering Work Processes)


• Innovation - Displays original thinking, creativity and resourcefulness which generate innovative approaches and ideas.


• Interpersonal Skills - Ability to builds constructive and collaborative relationships to drive results through others.


• Experience in Information Technology and Operational Technology, including cyber security within manufacturing environment


• MS Office Applications


• SAP, Microsoft Project


• Knowledge of WonderWare or other HMI programming software

Job Requirements:

• Full time with operational support outside core business hours as needed to support the 24x7 Manufacturing environment


• This position is not eligible for remote work

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At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com . All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.