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Senior Controls Specialist - Days

(External) Simmons Foods Job Opportunities
Dubuque, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026

Purpose of the Position

Create and maintain plant automation and control systems, staying current with new technology and safety requirements for all Pet operations. Set standards and introduce new technology in the electrical and controls field within the Pet operations. 

Essential Position Responsibilities - This is a Salary Exempt position. 

Maintenance and development of electrical control systems and plant automation. Participates in the determination of specifications for new installations and performs as a key member on project installation teams. Maintain standards for plant automation, ensuring consistency across all facilities. Support all Pet ongoing operations and maintenance troubleshooting requirements. Participates and supports in the Overall Equipment Effectiveness  Program (OEE), provides training for new and developing controls technicians. 

Maintain safety of electrical systems and plant automation: Participation in the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) 70E safety requirement. Maintains compliance with regulatory authority for all electric systems.  

Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in the ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy  possible within the larger organization. 

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas. 

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the person in this position and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person as to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position. 

Physical Activities: Enters and locates information on a computer. Visually verifies information, often in small print. Communicates with Customers, Vendors, or Employees via telephone, in person, and/or electronic mail. May present information to small or large groups. Must be able to work in various temperatures. Move about in a manufacturing environment and surrounding property. May travel via car or plane to various work locations.  

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): As required by visiting facility.  

Travel: Travels domestically to and from multiple facilities or work-sites, possibly requiring overnight stays. 

Technical Experience: 10 Years experience in electrical systems and plant automation environment. 

Industry Experience: Preference for pet food or food processing organization. 

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent or 4 years related work experience.  

Preferred Education: Electrician License 

We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team. 

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