Sr. Digital Manufacturing Technical Analyst

Description

At Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) we are proud to be a farmer-owned milk marketing cooperative. Our Retort Solutions Division finds innovative ways to use milk components to work with world class customers to develop, manufacture and package their products. We offer a culture of inclusion and engagement that empowers our employees through training, business understanding and growth opportunities. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of our products - come join us!

General Purpose:

Lead and execute real-time manufacturing data capture opportunities for key performance indicators (KPIs), Statistical Process Control (SPC), and product inspection data for the Retort Solutions plants. Function as the division point-of-contact to collaborate with outside services and internal corporate IT/OT teams on development of technology related to strategy, processes, and budgeting.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive and support projects for digital technology across Retort Solutions manufacturing plants
• Incorporate business insight to develop projects within IT/OT systems to support KPIs, SPC, and product inspection data capture within manufacturing operations
• Conduct analysis, design, evaluation, modification, testing, and implementation of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and manufacturing systems
• Serve as a subject matter resource in IT/OT systems for the Retort Solutions division
• Participate on internal, cross-functional teams for continuous improvement, new development, and alignment of technology-related processes, procedures, and standards
• Work directly with the corporate IT/OT teams, manufacturing plant teams, and division leadership to support long-term planning and annual budget development
• Research and recommend latest technology solutions in manufacturing
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements; report any non-conformities
• Attend required training, including but not limited to Safety, GMP, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Safe Quality Foods (SQF)
• Exhibit and mentor the values and ethics of DFA through honesty, discretion, and sound judgment
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee; but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements
Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology/science, engineering, or related fields (or equivalent combination of experience and education)
• 5 to 8 years in a food manufacturing environment with business system development, implementation, and integration, or relevant experience
• 3+ years of project management experience, with a focus on IT infrastructure or OT systems deployments

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge in IT networks, virtual environments, and SCADA
• Skill in critical thinking, analysis, mathematical calculations, and statistical evaluations
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing with various levels of personnel
• Able to apply technology solutions to business problems
• Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
• Able to present ideas using language that is relatable to business and end-users
• Able to be flexible in managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
• Able to understand job responsibilities and be self-directed and motivated in completing
• Able to understand how role and deliverables relate to the DFA and Retort Solutions strategic plans
• Able to read, write, and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer