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# Operations Systems Developer (SCADA/MES)

- **Company:** Schreiber Foods
- **Location:** Carthage, MO, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $5,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Documentation, Computer Programming, Databases, Human-Computer Interaction, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Information Management, Python (Programming Language), Software Configuration Management, Software Systems, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Scripting, Programming Logic, Information Technology, Process Control Systems, Operational Systems, Software Coding
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5846115786

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related field.
 * 5+ years experience in Industrial Control Systems or Manufacturing environment if no bachelor's degree.
 * 3+ years experience in Operations Systems/Industrial Control Systems (within a manufacturing environment is preferred).
 * SCADA, HMI, MES, Historian, Reporting/Dashboard, and Programming skills (experience with the Ignition SCADA Platform and the Perspective User Interface module is preferred.)
 * Hardware and software configuration, architecture, and design understanding.
 * Database skills in tables, views, stored procedures, SQL queries, and reporting.
 * Ability to write software code/scripting logic (i.e. Python).
 * Understanding of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) concepts and programming logic and execution.
 * Understanding of Industrial Control Systems and components.
 * Ability to understand production and manufacturing processes and concepts.
 * Effective Communication skills, both verbal and written.
 * The ability to learn new technologies and software systems efficiently.
 * Ability to plan, prioritize, and lead individual and team projects.
 * Travel up to 5-10% for plant positions., For positions that require any amount of travel: Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.

## Description

This position is responsible for developing, managing, and supporting operations systems used primarily on the plant floor and by Operations leaders including Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI's), Manufacturing Execution System (MES), data collection (Historian), operational reporting and dashboards, and integrations with other company systems while also utilizing database systems for storing and retrieving data.

This position works with Operations Systems/Controls partners as well as Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, IT, and contractors to identify opportunities and user needs that will increase safety, operational efficiency, control, and performance of production assets and partners. The position designs and develops solutions, system modifications, and enhancements for productivity improvements consistent with company standards and industry best practices. The position also manages projects and contributes to the company standards and improvements in the operations systems/controls space with collaboration throughout the company.

Schreiber Foods has standardized to the Inductive Automation Ignition Perspective Platform for SCADA., * Develop, build, and install SCADA, MES, and information management solutions through programming/scripting, tag configuration, graphics, HMI's, reports/dashboards, and database systems to gain the productivity and safety outcomes designed in collaboration with stakeholders and partners.

 * Design solutions to improve safety, efficiency, control, and performance of company assets and partners by working collaboratively with users and fellow operations systems/controls partners to understand opportunities, issues, and potential solutions.
 * Provide issue support, troubleshooting, and proactive maintenance of operations systems, which requires 24/7 call availability, and engage appropriate IT, Maintenance, or other support teams for cross-functional support as necessary.
 * Manage projects and plan system implementations by considering impacts and risks to production processes and end users. Manage project tasks and communicate plans effectively. Build and manage system documentation and user training/guides for operations systems and changes impacting production.
 * Prioritize requests and manage a backlog of system opportunities for operations systems through alignment with key stakeholders and leaders.
 * Implement and support Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) solutions through programming, and communication configurations for situations where PLCs offer the best architected solution.