Process Control Manager

Job Req #: 21-03173Job Description: Process Control ManagerLocation: Granite City, ILPosition Type: 12+ Month Contract (Possible contract to hire)Our client, a large steel company, is looking for a Process Control Manager that will be responsible for process control technology and projects at our Granite City facility. This role will manage a small team, evaluate and prioritize high value projects, make recommendations on work sourcing, and ensure successful delivery of Level 1/Level 2 process automation and digital technology solutions. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively engage teams and promote an environment of respect, communication, and collaboration while encouraging new ideas and different perspectives that drive individual, team, and company success.Job Responsibilities:-Promote the client s safety program to ensure a safe work environment, including proper housekeeping.-Supervise a dynamic work team and work closely with internal customers, outside vendors, and contractors.-Interpret business and operations needs, translate into innovative solutions.-Champion the implementation of new digital technology, IoT/IIoT, advanced analytics.-Participate as part of the larger North American Process Control team and direct activities of project teams and technology councils locally.-Ensure maintenance of asset inventories for process control software and hardware.-Coordinate shared development efforts across steelmaking facilities.-Promote system consolidation and standardization.-Devise and implement cost saving strategies.-Develop and implement methods and procedures designed to improve reliability of technology.-Perform administrative activities associated with managing technology lifecycles.-Facilitate process control strategy and technology roadmaps that are aligned with corporate and plant strategies.-Ability to work a flexible schedule which will include extended workdays, weekends, and holidays. Preferred SkillsPreferred candidates will meet the following requirements:-Bachelor of Science/Masters degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering, or similar degree program-Very strong people management skills-10 years of demonstrated knowledge developing software and technology solutions (large industrial environment experience preferred)-Minimum of 5 years experience managing teams, projects, quality, and budgets-Excellent verbal and written communication and technical writing skills-Ability to work independently and as part of a larger team-Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing is a plus Audrey LambTechnical RecruiterAscent