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IT Technical Architect - Automation & Engineering
Lake Forest, IL

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This position is for Pactiv, a company of Reynolds Group Holding Inc.

DESCRIPTION:

Pactiv is committed to expanding and exploring varied digital solutions offerings to unlock greater value and efficiencies in manufacturing operations. We are looking for an IT Technical Architect to represent Pactiv IT as a partner, advocate, and lead in multiple enterprise-wide digital manufacturing efforts. You will have the opportunity to lead and design a new IT/OT infrastructure landscape that will shape the direction this company takes over the next 5-10 years in exciting areas like manufacturing automation, collaborative robots(cobots) AI (Artificial Intelligence), and machine learning. The role will also support our corporate quality engineering (SQC) and maintenance engineering groups (CMMS).

Responsibilities:

* Provide IT engineering expertise in support of corporate Automation, Engineering, and Digital Manufacturing Group charters to transform the company thru adoption of new tools, technologies and processes.
* Design IT/OT network architecture and deployment strategies for various projects sponsored by Pactiv with primary focus on Automation and Quality Engineering. Candidate expected to make best use of emerging technologies and internal shared IT Infrastructure partners.
* Function as a project engineer, project contributor and subject matter expert as needed for various Automation, Cobot, Quality Control, Maintenance System, and/or data integrity projects. Ability to manage multiple projects at multiple sites with minimal supervision
* Make decisions concerning facility layouts, equipment selections, project schedules and cost estimates.
* Communicate effectively with technical and business stakeholders to understand and plan for key project challenges within Automation Group, Central Engineering and development groups as new technologies adopted
* Maintain strong technical knowledge of related systems, business processes, emerging technology trends
* Provide application and change management support in accordance with company ITSM practices and standards. Define, draft, edit, and update SOP's or resolution plans.
* Coordinate actions and establish relationships with all team members including internal/external engineering teams, internal/external IT personnel or indirect IT reports.

Experience:

* Bachelor of Science preferred, Computer Sciences or related degree. Master's Degree a plus
* 10 to 12 years of related work experience including solid exposure to business operations ideally with familiarity in the development of complex, high-level engineering systems and use of related development tools and techniques
* Experience working with C-Level executives, manufacturing engineering departments, plant floor operators and technical vendors.
* Previous supervisory background leading geographically distributed and culturally diverse teams
* Knowledge of project management and system development life cycle

Skills/Attributes/Requirements:

* Up to 50% travel
* Ability to communicate and work with RLS technical group responsible for Pactiv IT Infrastructure
* SAP, MS SQL, PLC, MES, SCADA, SQC, CMMS, Security Camera experience a plus
* Priority & Time Management. Ability to stay on task, schedule and budget.
* Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills necessary for various audiences including executive management
* Desire to learn continuously and coach/train others
* Adept at learning, implementing, and using technology (Hertz, Kepware, OSIsoft PI, ThingWorx, National Instruments, etc.)

At Pactiv, continuous innovation and development has secured our place as one of the world's largest manufacturers and distributors of foodservice and food packaging products. Pactiv currently produces custom and stock foam, plastic, aluminum, pressed-paperboard, PE coated board, and molded-fiber packaging. Want to learn more? Visit www.Pactiv.com

Pactiv LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, unfavorable military discharge, or any other legally protected status. "IND1P"

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