Automation & Process Control Technologist

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Job Summary Support automation and process control at the Dangé-Saint-Romain site to enhance productivity and reliability. You will be also in charge of data flow optimization within Continuous Improvement initiatives (Quality, Process). In this industrial environment, you will respect strict food safety/hygienic and safety rules. Are you passionate about innovation that transforms everyday products into extraordinary experiences? International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (IFF) is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. As a science company, various knowledge and expertise enable IFF to support a large and significant product portfolio as well as services & solutions for customers. The role sits within our Health and Biosciences Business Unit, and you'll play a key role in advancing industrial biotechnology through technical leadership and strategic execution. We are looking for an experienced Automation & Process Control Technologist for a fixed term contract, to join our team in Dangé-Saint-Romain site. Where You'll Make a Difference Operations & Project Support (70-100%) Responsible for resolving day-to-day automation and process control issues (troubleshooting) Program / automate plant production and auxiliary processes, both through minor changes and project work, according to expectations (time, quality, cost). Implements hardware and software upgrades or updates at the site Is in charge of System back-up / save plan and System Security in collaboration with Informatic Technology (IT) team Drive functional analysis design of specific changes or project, as a plant/project active team member in collaboration with project and process engineers Prepare and realize qualification phases of System devices / Automation part of major projects (Hard/Software): I/O tests, FAT, SAT, commissioning, start-up Provide after-project automation support as a key plant reference Monitor System state (Hard/Software) on a regular basis to maintain primary control health Update documentation related to automation and process control at the site (e.g. functional descriptions, ISO procedures, automation manuals, safety procedures related to Automation, System architecture, I/Os list, electrical cabinet configuration...) . Provide advice, training and assistance to System Users (from Operators to Production leader & Process engineers) Continuous improvement at the site (0-30%) Understand production processes and equipment, propose and implement improvement solutions on production units through automation & process control with impact on costs, safety, and robustness Is proactive in Instrumentation technology and best practices in link, in order to solve issues / improve Control management through field hardware Is willing to deploy standards and best practices in respect of A&PC leadership strategy Is pro-active regarding improvements in the field of Process Safety Management (safety alarms, interlocks, etc.). Can be responsible of some elements within local PSM team Implements digitalization efforts at the sites in regard to prioritized initiatives What Makes You the Right Fit Bachelor or master (engineer) degree - or equivalent - in the field of Industrial Automation & IT is preferred. 1 - 3 years automation experience required - preferably in Chemical, Pharmaceutical or Food Industries Knowledge & hands on Control Command applications: PLC's (PCS7 Siemens, Studio 5000 Rockwell, etc.) and SCADA ( AVEVA, WinCC , etc.) Interest / experience in project work related to automation (functional description, IO, FAT, SAT, commissioning, etc..) Interest / experience in SQL database Good experience & skills on logics development. (ST, Ladder, FBD) Interest /experience in electrical & instrumentation design as well as in control loop design Knowledge on ISA-88, ISA-95 implementation as well as Batch recipe management is a plus First electrical safety certification level is a plus. Will be provided by the company if not. Fluent in French and notion in English is mandatory How Would You Stand Out? Good Relation capability, able to work as a team & be successful in an international, multi-cultural & multi-competencies work environment Agility, close to the field, dynamic, proactive, open-minded, committed to objectives and ready to demonstrate full engagement in the success of the business. Strong adaptative mind, management of change, anticipative mind is essentia Autonomous, initiative and rational minded Rigorous & outstanding (food)safety minded Strong analysis and synthesis capability Strong affinity for process engineering in a production environment Why Choose Us? Work in a state-of-the-art facility with cutting-edge technologies. Make a real impact on sustainable food innovation. Join a team that values individuality and fosters collaboration. Opportunities for career development and global mobility. Enjoy competitive

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