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The Controls Engineer assists in the design, testing, and configuration of control programs for the industrial automation of the extrusion manufacturing process while improving safety, quality, delivery, and productivity. The candidate will read and understand electronic and electrical schematics, document programs, and conduct functional and operational tests to verify system performance and troubleshoot issues. The candidate will report to the Plant Manager and work cross functionally with a team of Process Engineers, Maintenance Technicians, and Operators to assemble, test, commission, and support production equipment.

Duties and Responsibilites 

• Write and debug Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Siemens and Allen Bradley) code in accordance with operation requirements.
• Performs corrective maintenance, non-routine repair, modification, troubleshooting, calibration, of PLC/HMI code and/or system components.
• Commission Industrial Networks and establish stable communication between PLCs and their network components, switches, and ancillary devices.
• Confirm sequence and operation of machines prior to programming with maintenance technician or process engineer.
• Advises and assists management, and others on operating problems involving automation systems and provides suggested remedies.
• Maintains records of work performed; assists in providing content for machine manuals and similar documentation for the installation, maintenance, calibrating, removal and modification of electronic systems and equipment.
• Utilizes various schematics, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, and other resources.
• Work in compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods.
• Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts.
• Report defects in any equipment or protective device.
• Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks.
• Attend all required health, safety, and environmental training.
• Report any accidents/incidents to supervisor.
• Assist in investigating accidents/incidents.
• Local IT support as needed.
• Travel 30%-50%. (Project dependent)

Qualifications 

• In-depth knowledge of plastic extrusion process. (Preferred).
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proactive problem solving.
• Equipment integration experience.
• Machine controls (Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic, Ladder Logic) trouble shooting.
• CAD & Solidwoks experience.
• Experience setting up and optimizing extrusion process. (Preferred).
• Job holder must be prepared to work unsociable hours as and when required and travel to meet with customers, job sites, manufacturing sites and other company employees.

Education 

• Engineering degree in a controls related field (Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent) preferred.
• Experience in PLC and HMI programming and configuration along with troubleshooting and solving software/hardware issues in a manufacturing environment.

Skills Desired 

• Microsoft Proficiency (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• 2D CAD (AUTOCAD preferred)
• Experience in PLC and HMI programming
• OSHA Safety Standards
• Interpreting raw data for cause-and-effect analysis
• Ability to read and interpret (Electrical, Hydraulic, Machine Controls) schematics
• Ability to read and interpret (Blueprints & Machine) drawings
• 5/6S implementation
• Root Cause Analysis

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing this job's duties, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to type, write, drive, or use tools; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.  The employee must occasionally lift, push, pull and move 50 to 100 pounds. The employee must demonstrate the ability to meet these physical demands within their 60-day probationary period.

The principal purpose of the job is to perform the duties needed to produce HDPE Conduit. 

Responsibilities: 

• Check print on the pipe on each line that the employee is responsible for.
• Visual inspection of the pipe being produced.
• Match footage on the pipe with the Job Order.
• Keep the area clean of debris.
• Assist leadman and foreman with tying down reels and getting the next reel started.

For more information please contact 859-224-0415 or apply below.

Blue Diamond Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If reasonable accomodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privilages of employment, please contact our HR Department at 859-224-0415.

Blue Diamond Industries is in search of a Production Manager for its new Clinton, South Carolina plant. This is a full-time, permanent position that will manage production schedules, oversee production processes and ensure that the required materials are selected and purchased. This is a working Production Manager position.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and training to accomplish the company goals and objectives.
• Oversee and manage the day-to-day production of four production shifts and ensuring operations are in sync with the strategy of the Company.
• Enforce company policies in a fair and consistent manner.
• Recognize and take steps to resolve operating problems in order to minimize their impact on the operations.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes based on KPI's and make production planning/scheduling changes to drive improvement.
• Responsible for ensuring that equipment is functioning correctly, and that health and safety protocols are adhered to.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Specifications Required:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Previous supervisory experience in manufacturing, mechanical or industrial engineering.
• Interpersonal skills, must be able to speak with employees, other department managers and senior management.
• Ability to partner and collaborate with managers and personnel at multiple levels of the organization.
• Superior leadership and team building skills with a demonstrated track record of leading teams to the achievement of superior results.
• Critical thinking skills, must be able to quickly ascertain a situation and be decisive in solving it, such as identifying defects in the production line.

Physical Requirements, with or without accommodation:

• Regularly required to stand and walk for long periods of times during a shift.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push and pull 50-100 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a factory setting.

Blue Diamond Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Blue Diamond Industries is in search of a couple of Supervisor for its new Clinton, South Carolina plant. This role is a full-time, permanent position that will oversee daily operation of assigned shift while adhering to Blue Diamonds policies and procedures. This position is open on all three shifts. Bilingual encouraged.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all employees on assigned shift.
• Ensure that all lines are adequately manned and that employees are performing their jobs safely and correctly.
• Responsible for making sure that all employees take assigned breaks and lunches.
• Complete necessary paperwork and turn in as instructed.
• Work with Leadmen to ensure that they have what they need to run their lines.
• Make sure that plant is kept clean of debris and orderly and keep eye out for potential safety hazards.
• Clearly understand and follow safety protocol while ensuring team does the same.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Specifications Required:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Previous supervisory experience in manufacturing, mechanical or industrial engineering.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
• Good people skills.

Physical Requirements, with or without accommodation:

• Regularly required to stand and walk for long periods of times during a shift.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push and pull 50-100 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a factory setting.

Blue Diamond Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our HR Department at 859-224-0415.

The principal purpose of the job is to perform the duties needed to produce HDPE Conduit. 

Responsibilities:

• Check print on the pipe on each line that the employee is responsible for.
• Visual inspection of the pipe being produced.
• Match footage on the pipe with the Job Order.
• Keep the area clean of debris.
• Assist leadman and foreman with tying down reels and getting the next reel started.

For more information please contact 606-248-8078 or apply below.

Blue Diamond Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If reasonable accomodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privilages of employment, please contact our HR Department at 859-224-0415.

The principal purpose of the job is to perform the duties needed to produce HDPE Conduit. 

Responsibilities: 

• Check print on the pipe on each line that the employee is responsible for.
• Visual inspection of the pipe being produced.
• Match footage on the pipe with the Job Order.
• Keep the area clean of debris.
• Assist leadman and foreman with tying down reels and getting the next reel started.

For more information please contact 940-488-5220 or apply below.

Blue Diamond Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If reasonable accomodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privilages of employment, please contact our HR Department at 859-224-0415.

Blue Diamond Industries is looking to fill a Account Success and Pricing Manager (Account Manager) role in their Lexington, KY office. This is a full-time, permanent position that will be responsible to communicate customer support objectives to the Customer Support Team while compiling data to amke assessments of the department's progress and coordinating with Sales Management ways to enhance customer support objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise day-to-day tasks and operations in the customer service department.
• Respond to customer service issues in a timely and productive manner in support of sales.
• Creat and implement effective customer service procedures, policies, and standards within the customer service team that provide and impact on driving productivity and increasing sales.
• Receives and reviews pricing requests from direct and manufacturing reps, distributors, direct and customers.
• Communicate with Sales management on a regular basis the status of the department with any achievements, concerns, or changes.
• Play a significant role in meeting the established sales goals monthly, along with communicating those goals to the team and effective ways to achieve these.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Specifications Required:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At two (2) years of working experience in sales, customer service management or equivalent work experience.
• Travel is required - less than 25%.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excelent leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead an established customer service team.
• Positive and pro-active attitude.
• Soft skills essential to be successful at this position including strong work ethic, flexibility, adaptability, time management, teamwork, and a growth mindset.

Physical Requirements, with or without accommodation:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to type, write or use tools; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen.
• Must be able to occasionally lift, push and pull 15-25 lbs.

Blue Diamond Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you require accommodations for the position or to complete the application/hiring process please contact our Human Resources Department at 859-224-0415.

Blue Diamond Industries is looking to add a Payroll and Benefit Specialist to the team! This position will be onsite at the Lexington, KY office.

The role will assist the HR Department with processing payroll, benefits administration and assist with other personnel related tasks.

Essential Duties

• Performs bi-monthly payroll for all BDI entities, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Responsible for benefit administration – ensuring that all eligible employees have been enrolled or waived benefits offered by company. Any issues that arise regarding benefits by employees are handled timely and effectively.
• Manage all leave programs – FMLA, ADA Accommodations, Medical and Personal LOAs, for all support and plant locations.
• Perform benefits reconciliation monthly for all BDI entities.
• Advise plant HR teams of employees' qualifications.
• Ensures that HRIS system data is correct, accurate and up to date. Working with plant HR teams to correct any data that is incorrect.
• Perform benefits reconciliation monthly for all BDI entities, ensuring accuracy.
• Responsible for electronic data collection and accuracy. Ensuring that electronic data is kept for required period and destroyed when that time arises.
• Assist HR Manager with audits - I-9, Workers Compensation, Employee Records, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Previous payroll and benefit experience required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.

Blue Diamond Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you require accommodations for the position or to complete the application/hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Department at 859-224-0415.

Blue Diamond Industries is looking for a Warehouse Supervisor to join the Clinton, SC team!

The Warehouse Supervisor oversees warehouse operations as a hands-on leader, serving and motivating warehouse employees, leading by example, and fostering a positive team-building atmosphere. The candidate will supervise and continuously improve all inbound, outbound, and internal inventory movement.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervision, training, and direct assistance of warehouse operations which include, but not limited to, loading/unloading, receiving, sorting, put away, picking, and inventory control.
• Leading by example to ensure that all procedures and best practices are consistently followed.
• Drive an efficient and motivated workforce by providing effective coaching, feedback, and encouragement.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels by leading regular physical counts with warehouse teams and reconcile discrepancies with the warehouse inventory system.
• Ensure a culture of safety by enforcing safety standards and adhering to standard operational procedures.
• Measure and report KPIs and operational metrics to the Operations Manager on a weekly basis

Qualifications & Skills:

• Strong communication, interpersonal skill, leadership, and conflict resolution
• Strong knowledge of modern warehousing practices and methods
• Critical thinking ability and a proactive approach to problem solving
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and inventory management software
• Able to operate a forklift

Education and/or Experience:

• Proven track record of managing at least 5 warehouse employees
• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience with inventory control, inventory reconciliation, and cycle counting
• 3+ years of management experience in Warehousing or Logistics

Our company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you need an accommodation to apply or interview for this position, please contact our HR department at (859) 224-0415.