PC&IS Automation Technician

Job Location

Mechelen

Job Description
Interested in launching an exciting engineering career by joining a world class manufacturing site of a leading global company, home of iconic brands like Ariel, Pampers, Gillette, Pantene, Always, Lenor or Oral-B? Imagine the opportunity to drive continuous improvement in top-tier production systems, optimizing machinery and processes to ensure the highest quality standards. If you get excited working in engineering and collaborating with operations, suppliers, and equipment vendors to bring new technologies and innovative strategies to life, we are seeking individuals with strong technical skills and experience in power, controls, information systems, and/or automation projects to join our team at Mechelen Plant as PC&IS Automation Technician. We are looking for engineers who can handle dynamic work environments and who know how to think outside of the box. If you would like to be a part of this challenge and you are passionate about inventing, developing, reapplying, and delivering processes and packing technologies, then PC&IS Automation Technician is excellent for you

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

The Mechelen DC Power, Controls & Information Systems (PC&IS) technician is responsible for ensuring the reliability and optimal performance of critical equipment in a highly automated warehouse environment. This role is pivotal in meeting specifications and maximizing the use of cutting-edge automation technologies. The technician will operate primarily during the day shift at the Mechelen P&G Distribution Centre (DC), which features state-of-the-art systems including automated storage and retrieval systems, automatic conveyors for pallet transfers (including PLCs), automatic scanning, and automated truck loading systems.

Key responsibilities
Automatic Dead-Pile Loading and Unloading System (ADP) Contribute to the commissioning of the ADP system, the first of its kind in P&G globally. Ensure the operability of the ADP by programming all necessary stacking patterns into the PLC. Maintain equipment reliability through regular assessments and troubleshooting. Operations Technology (OT) Continuous Improvement Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on enhancing equipment KPIs, including ADP performance, conveyor scanner efficiency, pallet throughput on conveyors, and automated truck loading systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and innovative solutions. Bridge Between OT and IT Teams Act as a liaison between the Operations Technology team and the IT team managing systems, software, and applications critical to warehouse operations. Facilitate communication and collaboration to ensure seamless integration of technology solutions. You will receive encouraging functional and corporate trainings and mentoring to facilitate your onboarding process. You’ll expand your knowledge based on personal experiences with industry experts and great managers who will invest in your development. You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience, as part of a team in which trust, team spirit and respect are very important.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive compensation: We prioritize recognizing and rewarding your contributions, which is why

we offer
annual salary revisions and potential promotions that align with your performance, results, and potential. Comprehensive benefit package:

We offer
a comprehensive range of benefits to our employees, including a pension plan, private healthcare coverage, life insurance, a stock ownership scheme, an employee assistance program, etc. Additionally, we provide a subsidized company cafeteria with a wide variety of daily option, an on-site fitness room, and an on-site medical department, ensuring convenience and well-being for our employees. Career growth in a well-established company: As a global company with over 185 years of experience, P&G Mechelen Plant has been a reliable employment provider in Mechelen for more than 60 years. We are dedicated to develop our employees via individualized development plan, including relevant coaching, mentorship, on the job training and a large portfolio of resources within our learning platforms, ensuring a stable and supportive work environment for our employees. Friendly & respectful working environment: At the core of our organization are our employees, whom we deeply value. We foster a diverse work environment that places great importance on work-life balance, ensuring that each individual is supported and empowered to thrive.

REASONS WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE

Health and safety are a top priority with all of our roles and sites. We continue to collaborate with medical and health professionals and take all recommended precautions in our buildings to keep people healthy. Developing our talent is a priority: we have a culture of growth and internal promotion that sets us apart. At Procter & Gamble, we give individual meanin