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Schreiber Foods

(#R0032375) Controls Engineer

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Recruitment began on September 25, 2026
and the job listing Expires on October 26, 2026
Full-time
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Job Category:

Engineering

Job Family:

Systems & Controls Engineering

Job Description:

The purpose of this position is to provide productivity, quality, and capacity improvements within an automated food manufacturing environment through control systems optimization, maintenance automation training, production support, and execution of capital projects. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for ensuring that engineering and safety standards are followed, evaluating and applying new and emerging technologies, and leveraging an external view to obtain superior business results.

This role is 100% on-site at our Smithfield, Utah manufacturing facility.

Relocation Benefits: Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for this position.

What you’ll do

  • Execute Electrical, Instrumentation, and Controls projects against commitments (cost, schedule, and performance) while adhering to Schreiber’s Enterprise Project Management (EPM) principles.
  • Coach and train plant maintenance team members on electrical automation topics.
  • Manage and oversee performance of electrical and engineering contractors.
  • Improve production efficiency and uptime through identification and implementation of controls optimization opportunities.
  • Proactively monitor and maintain plant control systems including: network health, controller functionality, obsolesce management.
  • Establish and maintain electrical, automation, and controls related standards.
  • Develop Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Human-Machine Interface (HMI), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and data reporting/dashboard solutions utilizing scripting and database systems to realize performance and safety improvements through operations systems.
  • Together with the leadership team, ensures compliance with Food Safety and Food Quality Plans, in addition to customer requirements. Interprets and communicates customer requirements to plant production and/or support groups. Establishes and Audits PCPs, CCPs and Standard Operating Procedures to define and monitor processes, to ensure customer requirements are met. Reviews incidents during which the procedures are not met, and determines appropriate corrective action for partners failing to follow standard procedures.

What you need to succeed

  • Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields.
  • 5+ years of experience in electrical control system programming, electrical system design, power distribution, project management, and equipment installations.
  • Deep understanding of SCADA , specifically the Ignition platform, both Vision and Perspective.
  • Fundamental knowledge and familiarity of NEC, NFPA70E, and electrical theory.
  • Proven ability in finding issues, conceptualizing practical solutions, implementing through to completion.
  • Proficiency with reading and understanding electrical drawings.
  • Proficiency and aptitude with computer and automation programming.
  • Effective communication skills with the ability to discuss technical issues in a business environment.
  • Experience in creating flow charts, construction drawings, or other graphical methods to communicate intent to internal and external audiences.
  • The ability to be effective working in a cross-functional team environment.
  • Willing and able to occasionally work and be on call during non-typical hours (e.g. nights, holidays, and weekends).

Eligible partners will receive:

  • Get not one, but TWO retirement benefits. When you join our employee-owned company, you’ll be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one. In addition to an 8% 401(k) match into the ESOP, Schreiber will contribute an extra amount – about 8% of your earnings – toward your retirement every year. That’s a company contribution of around 16% in retirement savings annually. That’s hard to beat!
  • Earn bonus pay. You’ll have an opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when we meet our company goals.
  • Ready to make a move? Receive a $10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for a U.S. Salaried position.
  • Childcare costs. Get up to $5,000 annually to help you with the cost of childcare. Monthly contributions toward childcare expenses, including independent babysitters.
  • Earn extra money for taking care of yourself. Eligible partners can earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
  • Pursue development that’s relevant to your role, career goals and the company. Plus, we offer tuition reimbursement if you want to further your education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
  • Get access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one. This includes an onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
  • Experience caring like you’ve never experienced it before. We have a program that’s completely organized by and for other partners who need extra help. It’s called Partners Helping Partners. We have hundreds of examples of partners organizing fundraisers to help out others going through a hard time.
  • Benefits that support your whole life. Visit Schreiber – Care for you to see everything Schreiber offers to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future.

Sound like a company you’d like to be a part of? Click Apply.

Need extra assistance with the application process? Contact recruiting@schreiberfoods.com or call 920-437-7601.

​For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver’s license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

Schreiber requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In the event, an applicant does not have current work authorization, Schreiber will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization. However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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