Automation Support Specialist

4 days ago


Hampton Lovett, United Kingdom Müller Full time
About Müller

Müller UK & Ireland is a leading dairy company with a strong presence in the UK market. With a history dating back to 1899, Müller has grown to become one of the largest dairy companies in the UK, employing over 31,000 people across Europe.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Automation Support Engineer to join our team at Müller's Droitwich Dairy. As an Automation Support Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining our site automation systems, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide reactive support for site automation issues, working closely with the automation development team to resolve problems efficiently.
  • Develop and implement structured problem-solving approaches to improve site automation performance.
  • Take ownership of minor automation Capex projects, leading them through the full project life cycle.
  • Support project delivery of other site projects with automation elements, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.
  • Maintain and monitor the use of automation and electrical system software, ensuring version control systems are up-to-date.
  • Liaise with the automation development team to provide a site perspective on the ongoing development of group automation and electrical standards.
  • Ensure compliance with group electrical and automation standards for site-delivered projects and general improvement works.
  • Manage obsolescence within the roadmap, working closely with the automation development team to ensure site criticality is a key element of the group-level plan.
  • Develop and maintain the site-level Obsolescence and Improvements Plan, focusing on the next level of controls (VSDs, servo drives, instrumentation, etc.).
  • Evaluate performance data to inform automation OE activity, driving improvements in efficiency and operability within production.
  • Manage the site panel risk assessment register, conducting periodic health checks and implementing remedial/improvement actions.
  • Provide specialist automation support to site improvement initiatives, utilizing specialist skills and systems access to validate and analyze site data.
Müller Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of our business, identifying opportunities for growth and development.
  • Encourage engineering-based OE projects, working closely with the site team to drive innovation.
  • Support the site roadmaps for Quality, HS, EMS, Engineering, and Autonomous maintenance, ensuring alignment with Müller's overall strategy.
  • Deliver own ideas to improve our business, working collaboratively with the site team to drive change.
  • Support improvement activities and events within engineering-owned areas, promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Understand the impact of own actions and others on achieving site/business OGSM, ensuring alignment with Müller's overall goals.
  • Aware of how current performance impacts the bottom line, making data-driven decisions to drive business growth.
  • Deliver on-the-job training (show and tell) to new colleagues, ensuring seamless knowledge transfer and development.
  • Ensure the health and safety of self and others, adhering to Müller's strict health and safety protocols.
Requirements
  • Strong Allen Bradley PLC experience.
  • Strong electrical skills.
  • Ability to work on projects alone, with minimal supervision.
  • Experience in a similar Automation Engineer role.
  • FMCG industry experience preferred.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with a high level of adaptability.
  • IT literate, with proficiency in relevant software and systems.
Benefits
  • Up to 10% annual bonus.
  • Healthcare cover.
  • 4 x life assurance.
  • Pension scheme.
  • Access to Müller's rewards platform, offering discounts and savings across various retailers.
  • 33 days annual leave (bank holidays inclusive).
  • Paid lunch break.
  • Long-term career development opportunities.
  • On-site secure car park.
  • Supportive working environment.


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