The posting
Job Description
Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.
As the local expert in automation, digital transformation, and cybersecurity, you plan and organize cross-functional project teams and develop strategies to meet business needs across a cluster of plants. Reporting to the Engineering team, you serve as the primary owner of manufacturing automation systems, cybersecurity, and Capital Expenditure (CapEx) projects related to automation and digital manufacturing transformation. You use your deep technical foundation and knowledge of local and global strategies to drive digital transformation, ensure system reliability, and deliver projects on time and within budget.
How you will contribute
In collaboration with cross-functional partners, you will help develop and execute the local automation and digitalization agenda and lead initiatives according to agreed priorities. You will help deploy capital projects, ensuring they stay on budget, with senior supply chain leaders. In addition, you will work with local engineering teams with automation and digitalization projects and topics, monitor project progress during project development and participate in optimization efforts, incorporating feedback learnings for general adaptation for other engineering teams. You will also participate in a digital community of practice, contributing to your expertise. To excel in this role, you must demonstrate your knowledge of your technological area of expertise and develop more in-depth technical knowledge and demonstrate your highly refined influencing and presentation skills.
What you will bring
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career. You will bring experience and knowledge in.
Automation operating areas including project engineering
IOT/ i4.0 and cyber security technologies.
More about this role
What you need to know about this position:
- Strategic Planning & Digital TransformationDevelop, align, and execute site roadmaps for automation upgrades and Digital Manufacturing Transformation across the cluster Serve as the digital advisor to identify projects for continuous improvement, waste reduction, and performance improvement using digital tools Lead the development and execution of the Process, Control & Information Systems (PC&IS) and Digitalization roadmap to increase the Digital Maturity Index across six dimensions: Computerization, Connectivity, Visibility, Transparency, Predictive Capacity, and Adaptability Drive multidisciplinary collaboration to define and improve real-time visibility across departments Active participation in global/regional automation & systems development and security communications Escalation to regional Automation Lead for desired exceptions or improvement ideas
- CapEX Project ManagementOwn and execute Project Management responsibilities for all Capital Expenditure (CapEX) projects as part of the Automation and Digital Manufacturing Transformation Lead the design, implementation, and commissioning of automation systems for food manufacturing processes, with primary expertise in Allen Bradley systems Manage and oversee multiple automation projects from conception to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to specifications Own benefit and savings tracking throughout project progression Deploy capital projects in collaboration with senior supply chain leaders, ensuring they stay on budget Review and create project documentation, including system specifications, process flow diagrams, control schematics, and testing protocols Manage system integration, commissioning, and startup on-site, ensuring systems are aligned with operational needs and regulatory requirements Work with the engineering department across the full lifecycle of capital projects to ensure successful implementation and knowledge transfer Conduct risk assessments, hazard analysis, and ensure automation systems are compliant with safety and quality regulations
- Day-to-Day Operations & System ReliabilityResponsible for day-to-day management of site automation systems within the cluster Maintain a constant high level of system reliability for existing and newly deployed automation systems Responsible for cybersecurity technology at the plant cluster following MDLZ standards for OT environment Ensure site compliance with company standards for automation, infrastructure (MINT), and cybersecurity Develop and execute site roadmaps for automation, OT infrastructure including delivery of shared infrastructure (IDC and OT components) Serve as the issue escalation point for Automation, OT Automation Infrastructure, and cybersecurity Develop and manage site and cluster budgets for support, maintenance, and lifecycle management in line with standards Coordinate and ensure business involvement during technology lifecycle to support changes, upgrades, and replacements Own the business continuity plan including disaster recovery of OT systems Ensure alignment between local BCP and Enterprise recovery procedures regarding OT Automation systems Develop disaster recovery plans for critical equipment
- Technical Leadership & Capability DevelopmentLead a multifunctional team to design, implement, and fully utilize new automation and digital solutions that provide strong benefits for the cluster following cybersecurity standards for OT Assess technical capabilities and define training roadmaps for the electrical and automation team Develop PLC (Allen Bradley) technical knowledge to be extended to the maintenance team Lead and mentor junior engineers, providing guidance and technical support Develop capability for cybersecurity and automation within the cluster Coordinate with other departments to identify improvements and implement continuous improvement strategies within automation systems
- Governance & ComplianceEnsure new projects are aligned with global Mondelēz automation and information systems standards and procedures Ensure compliance with governmental regulatory OSHA and safety programs and processes Actively apply Mondelēz Global Automation and Information Systems standards and procedures Collaborate with Cluster MDS lead and Plant Champion (Plant Maintenance Automation Lead) Work with the engineering department to align future projects, identifying potential productivity improvements
- IL6S / Maintenance & ReliabilitySupport and promote efforts to effectively introduce and implement maintenance redesign initiatives to extend equipment life and reliability Financial planning to migrate obsolete systems into current supported hardware and software
- Stakeholder ManagementFocus on optimized user compliance, process performance, and customer satisfaction Act as the primary technical point of contact for automation and digital transformation, addressing issues and ensuring project satisfaction Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors to ensure projects meet quality standards and expectations
What extra ingredients you will bring:
The Cluster Automation & Controls Lead is responsible for manufacturing automation systems and cybersecurity in terms of maintaining a constant high level of system reliability. This covers existing and newly deployed systems as part of Capital projects. He/she will be actively applying Mondelez Global Automation and Information Systems standards and procedures and is responsible for the ongoing safe state of related systems. This includes regular and long-term activities, including financial planning to migrate obsolete systems into current supported hardware and software. He /she will actively support automation driven deployments and new line/ equipment deployment in terms of integration.
Qualifications:
- Experience & Industry BackgroundMinimum 5 years of experience in automation engineering, preferably in food manufacturing environments Experience leading multidisciplinary teams Experience working with unions Proficient in analyzing problems based on data
- Automation & Controls ExpertiseExpertise with Allen Bradley PLC systems (RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000) Expertise in Ethernet/IP, SCADA, DCS (preferably Plant PAX), and Ilott Strong knowledge of IoT/Industry 4.0 and cybersecurity technologies Proficiency with industrial communication networks: Primary Ethernet, DH+, RIO, and ControlNet Understanding of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and server/client systems
- Electrical & Instrumentation KnowledgeStrong background in electrical engineering principles, including motor control, sensors, actuators, and instrumentation used in process control Experience with industrial power and control circuits and industrial instrumentation Ability to read and understand schematics and electrical drawings Knowledge of industrial control systems and safety standards (NEC, IEC, UL)
- Project Management & CommunicationProficiency with project management software (MS Project) Strong background in project management, including budgeting, resource allocation, and timeline management Proficient troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex automation systems Ability to work with minimal supervision and function effectively in a highly demanding environment Ability to interact effectively with outside vendors, production operators, team leads, and maintenance trades
Education / Certifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechatronic, Electronic, Electrical, or Automation).
Job specific requirements:
Site Security Automation Lead: Is responsible for the following aspects for CCN based Automation/ control systems for a cluster of plants:
- Develops, aligns and executes site roadmaps for Automation upgrades and Digital Manufacturing Transformation.
- Leads a multifunctional team to design, implement and fully utilize new automation and digital solutions that provide strong benefits for the cluster.
- Execute Project Management responsibilities for the Capital projects as part of the Automation and Digital Manufacturing Transformation.
- Owns benefit and saving tracking among project progression.
Day to Day Ops/Project Management responsibilities: Is responsible for the following aspects for CCN based Automation/ control systems -for a cluster of plants:
- Responsible for day-to-day management site automation within the cluster
- Responsible for cyber security technology at the plant cluster following MINT standards
- Ensures site is following company standards for automation, infrastructure (MINT) and cyber security
- Develops and executes site roadmaps for automation, CCN infrastructure incl delivery of shared infrastructure (IDC and CCN components)
- Issue escalation points for Automation, CCN Automation Infrastructure or cyber security · Development of site and cluster budgets and management of spending for support, maintenance and lifecycle management in line with the standards
- Coordinates and ensures business involvement during technology lifecycle to support changes/ upgrades/ replacements
- Owns the business continuity plan including disaster recovery of CCN systems · Ensure alignment between local BCP and Enterprise recovery procedures, regarding CCN Automation systems
- Collaborate with Cluster MDS lead and Plant Champion (Plant Maintenance Automation lead).
- Develops capability for cybersecurity and automation within the Cluster.
Stakeholder management (focus on optimized user compliance, process performance, and customer satisfaction)
- Development and execution of the Process, Control & Information Systems (PC&IS), including the Digitalization roadmap and tools implementation to increase the Digital Maturity Index in the site, considering 1) Computerizations, 2) Connectivity, 3) Visibility, 4) Transparency, 5) Predictive capacity, 6) Adaptability.
- Escalation to regional Automation Lead of desired exceptions or improvement ideas
- Active participation in global/regional automation & systems development and security communications
Travel requirements:
Able to cover 2 sites in USA
- Richmond
- Long Island
Richmond based role with quarterly travel to Long Island, NY.
Work schedule: Monday - Friday (Onsite) (Core Hours)
Salary and Benefits:
The base salary range for this position is $122,000 to $167,750; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.

In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
Within Country Relocation support available and for candidates voluntarily moving internationally some minimal support is offered through our Volunteer International Transfer Policy
Business Unit Summary
The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands—including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products —are close at hand for our consumers across the country.
Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.
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Job Type
Regular
Digital Supply Chain Engineering
Science & Engineering
