Sr. Automation Engineer

fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife’s portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk; Core Power® High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife® nutrition plan™, a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.

Senior Automation Engineer

company information

fairlife, LLC, is a Chicago-based health food company with a mission to enrich lives by sustainably providing nourishment and vitality to the world. We produce and market nutritious and great-tasting lactose-free milk beverages made using a patented cold-filtration process that removes lactose and sugars while maximizing the natural proteins, nutrients, and minerals found in cow’s milk. The company was founded in 2012 by Mike and Sue McCloskey of Select Milk Producers, Inc.®, a group of dairy farmers dedicated to using exceptional cow care and sustainable farming practices to yield higher quality milk.

Our line of delicious and lactose-free fairlife® products includes: fairlife® ultra-filtered milk, the only cow’s milk with 50% more protein and 50% less sugar than regular milk for the whole family; Core Power®, a high protein milk shake for athletes and fitness enthusiasts to help build lean muscle and support healthy recovery; fairlife® with DHA, an ultra-filtered milk with DHA Omega-3 fatty acids to support brain health; fairlife® YUP!™, a line of flavored milks; fairlife® smart snacks™, a snack sized beverage that blends fairlife ultra-filtered milk with honey and oats; and the newly launched fairlife® Nutrition Plan™, a high protein, low sugar weight management drink. In partnership with The Coca-Cola Company®, fairlife ultra-filtered milk and Core Power high protein shakes are distributed throughout the United States (U.S.) and Canada; all other fairlife drinks are available nationwide in the U.S. To learn more about fairlife and its collection of products, please visit fairlife.com or follow the company on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter.

job purpose: Under limited supervision, the Senior Automation Engineer will provide technical solutions and expertise in operations, engineering, and maintenance. The Senior Automation Engineer will manage, coordinate, and oversee technical projects, maintenance, and engineering solutions. This individual will plan and direct all projects with necessary vendors and in-house resources. They are responsible for ensuring and improving the performance, productivity, training and efficiencies for fairlife’s plants through provision of effective methods, controls, and strategies.

 

responsibilities:

· Project planning: Developing project plans, timelines, and budgets for fluid dairy processing projects. This includes determining the scope of the project, identifying resources required, and establishing project milestones.

· Equipment selection and procurement: Identifying and selecting appropriate equipment and machinery for fluid dairy processing operations. This involves evaluating different options, considering factors such as capacity, efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. The project engineer is responsible for coordinating with vendors and managing the procurement process.

· Process design and optimization: Designing and optimizing fluid dairy processing processes to ensure efficiency, productivity, and quality. This includes creating mass balances, identifying bottlenecks, improving process flow, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

· Project coordination: Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including safety, production, maintenance, and quality assurance, to ensure smooth project execution. The project engineer is responsible for coordinating activities, managing resources, and resolving any issues or conflicts that arise during the project.

· Regulatory compliance: Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards governing fluid dairy processing operations. The project engineer must have a thorough understanding of food safety and quality regulations and work closely with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance throughout the project.

· Documentation and reporting: Maintaining accurate project documentation, including design specifications, equipment manuals, stakeholder signoffs and project repor