PKG-Distribution inc

Since 1987, Grato Holdings has been advancing health and wellness through natural, holistic solutions that support the body’s ability to heal. As an employee-owned company rooted in the Heartland, we are committed to building trust, fostering collaboration, and delivering excellence in everything we do.

We’re hiring a Software Programmer / Developer to design, build, and support software that connects manufacturing systems (SCADA/HMI) with enterprise platforms. You’ll work on real-world solutions that power production, integrations, and automation across the organization.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software using Java, Python, and Jython
• Build integrations between plant-floor systems and enterprise applications (APIs, databases, services)
• Work with SQL databases and troubleshoot production-facing issues
• Develop and support Ignition projects (Perspective/Vision), tags/UDTs, alarms, historian, and Jython scripts

What You Bring

Required:

• 3+ years professional experience with Java, Python, and Jython
• SQL and integration troubleshooting skills
• Git/version control knowledge and solid software development fundamentals
• Ability to work full-time on-site

Highly Preferred:

• Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition (Perspective/Vision, scripting, tags/UDTs, alarms/historian)
• Manufacturing/SCADA background (OPC UA, PLC connectivity, MQTT)
• MES/ERP integration experience

Why Join Grato Holdings?

• Work on software that directly impacts production and digital transformation
• Collaborate with teams that value innovation, technology, and results
• Enjoy generous PTO, paid holidays, competitive health benefits, and product discounts
• Be part of an employee-owned company with a mission you can believe in

Ready to make a difference in a hands-on, real-world industrial environment? Apply now and include your resume and a brief note about your Java/Python/Jython experience and any Ignition work.

Learn more: gratoholdings.com

Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Briefly describe your experience with Java, Python, and Jython and any Ignition work.
• Describe your experience with SQL and any integration or development troubleshooting you’ve done.
• Are you available to work full-time on-site during standard business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM)?

Experience:

• Java, Python, and Jython: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Woodbine, IA 51579 (Required)

Work Location: In person