Job Overview:Responsible for maintaining the automation & controls systems through defining the system standards post-implementation and handover. The role will lead the Maintenance Automation team through the success of projects within the Maintenance Department.
Key Responsibilities: - Provide input to and contributes to the execution of the Company's long-term plan (LTP) within the Maintenance department
- Develop and implement the corporate automation strategy aligned with business objectives
- Define and enforce automation standards across all sites (PLCs, SCADA, HMI, networks)
- Ensure consistency, scalability, and best practices across facilities
- Lead initiatives related to Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing, and digitalization
- Actively live and role model our Leadership competencies by holding self and team (including all direct and indirect reports) accountable for creating a positive work environment and culture through administration of our People Processes and Tools.
- Performance Management: Ensure proper onboarding and development of all staff by completing induction process, coaching and developing capabilities, executing PDP start/mid-year dialogues, and engaging in corrective action when required
- Talent & Succession: Ensure job vacancies are filled by completing the required processes and representing the company with integrity throughout the recruitment process
- Training: Ensure completion of function compliance training
- Engagement: Ensure an engaged workforce through development of sound working relationships and execution of Employee Survey action plans
- Company Values (RDQAS): Ensure teams model our Company values and hold others accountable for the same.
- Lead the technical support to the Information Technology team pre- and during equipment installation which includes troubleshooting communication issues between field devices, communication networks, PLC and SCADA systems
- Troubleshoot process line issues when necessary, delegating tasks to the team when necessary
- Support with the equipment/machine commissioning and start-up activities
- Coordinate and support with security and maintenance for manufacturing systems data, manufacturing systems administration and systems change control processes and documentation
- Lead continuous improvement, innovation and cost optimization efforts on behalf of the maintenance department with a focus on equipment automation
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, uptime, and productivity through automation
- Promote advanced analytics, data integration, and predictive maintenance solutions.
- Evaluate and implement new technologies (AI, IIoT, robotics, Co-Bots, AGV's, etc.)
- Develop and manage the corporate automation budget.
- Optimize capital investments and operational costs related to automation systems
- Support ROI analysis and business case development for automation initiatives
- Lead in the development, definition, implementation and maintenance of standards for the process & control systems across all Give & Go manufacturing facilities.
- Ensure all equipment and work performed by or on behalf of the company complies with all governing laws, practices, codes, and regulations
Recipe for Success: - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
- 10+ years of experience in industrial automation or control systems
- 5+ years in a leadership role, preferably in a multi-site or corporate function
- Proven experience implementing automation strategies across multiple facilities
- Strong project management and transformation experience
- Ability to read electrical schematics, P&IDs, ladder logic and control diagrams.
- Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and automation issues.
- Familiarity with robotics (Fanuc, ABB, Kuka, Yaskawa).
- Experience with CMMS and SAP systems for work order management
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
- Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
- Basic understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics
- Prior working experience in a manufacturing environment
- Possesses and commits to a high level of personal and ethical responsibility
- Diverse set of experience and capabilities to help Sr. Project Engineers and Engineering Managers to improve and grow.
- Must be able to handle fast paced environment with competing priorities and demands.
- Must have strong computer (MS Office) and project management skills
- It's an exciting time to be part of the Give & Go team as we are growing rapidly and want you to become a part our growth and extraordinarily bright future.
- As we grow, we are committed to preserve the parts of our diversity & culture that is unique, people focused and are core to our success at every size. Our values of Quality, Direct Communication and Respect mean something.
- Learning and growth; we are working to create an environment where sharing new ideas, experimenting and learning from each other is strongly encouraged.
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Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply directly.
