Walmart

(USA) Automation Control Systems Manager

Walmart$65K — $98K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or 2 years of multi-skilled maintenance technician experience.
  • At least 2 years of experience in automation or control systems, preferably with hands-on technical experience.
  • Preferred certifications in PLC, Root Cause Analysis, or Ignition are a plus.
  • Experience in training development and cross-department collaboration is beneficial.
  • Familiarity with electrical and control systems is desired.

Responsibilities

  • Create and oversee the DC Control system master plan and support system performance initiatives.
  • Manage project scopes, deliverables, and timelines for various operations.
  • Develop and facilitate training programs for associates, including Associate Work Instruction creation.
  • Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for operational processes and equipment.
  • Implement continuous improvement projects focused on system performance and employee productivity.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to enhance control system operations.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies through effective guidance and implementation.

Benefits

  • Training and professional development opportunities.
  • Engagement in internal and external recruiting initiatives.
  • Supportive company culture promoting continuous learning.
  • Transparency in relationships with customers and stakeholders to enhance satisfaction.
  • Focus on safety and compliance with industry standards.
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
Creates manages and oversees the DC Control system master plan Supports plans and initiatives to maintain system performance Executes planned outages and troubleshooting including the execution of corrective action across all relevant lines Develops and maintains relationships with other departments vendors and key stakeholders Identifies and communicates goals and objectives Builds accountability for and measures progress to achieve results Identifies and addresses improvement opportunities Demonstrates adaptability and promotes continuous learning
Ensures business needs are met by evaluating the ongoing effectiveness of current plans programs and initiatives Develops the skills and abilities of site associates Creates and facilitates training content and programs including Associate Work Instruction development and creation Participates in internal and external recruiting initiatives to fill staffing opportunities Consults with business partners managers coworkers and other key stakeholders Solicits evaluates and applies suggestions for improving efficiency and costeffectiveness
Manages multiple projects within Operations by defining scopes of work and project objectives for example owning the programming definition testing and execution for Industrial Control Systems Programmable Logic Controller Industrial PCs controls communication and HumantoMachine Interfaces Establishes project activities deliverables milestones and timelines Coordinates planning activities for example business requirements risk assessments target dates and assembles management plans Tracks plan changes and ensures the resolution of critical issues Identifies the resources needed for project completion Delivers presentations status reports and other project documentation to internal stakeholders and external suppliers at regular intervals
Troubleshoots and analyzes operational processes automation equipment and case flow nonconformities Leads root cause analysis and drives equipment reliability and process stability Supports control system resolution Engages crossfunctional departments and vendor teams as necessary
Evaluates and manages control systems performance utilization and capacities Creates and leverages detailed reporting to understand system performance and implements continuous improvement projects around employee performance and system operations
Partners and maintains transparent relationships with customers and other vendor contacts to enable maximum system performance Champions technology improvements to current platform standards to reduce effort increase productivity and accelerate business goals
Leads the process improvement of control system architecture change management and the development and integration of electrical and control systems for automation equipment on product and packaging initiatives capacity and savings projects
Observes DC electrical safety and power systems and recovery by monitoring and ensuring department performance related to training implementation execution and change management for example power systems and recovery plans
Coordinates completes and oversees jobrelated activities and assignments by developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders supporting plans and initiatives to meet customer and business needs identifying and communicating goals and objectives building accountability for and measuring progress in achieving results identifying and addressing improvement opportunities and demonstrating adaptability and promoting continuous learning
Provides supervision and development opportunities for associates by hiring and training mentoring assigning duties providing recognition and promoting a belonging mindset in the workplace
Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company mission values and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans utilizing and supporting the Open Door Policy and providing direction and guidance on applying these in executing business processes and practices

Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in engineering, electrical engineering, or related area. Option 2: 2 years' experience as a multiskilled maintenance technician. Option 3: 2 years' work experience in automation or control systems.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, electrical engineering or related area and 2 years' experience in automation, manufacturing, or related area., Certification in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Root Cause Analysis, or Ignition., In automation or control systems

Primary Location...

940 E PLEASANT RUN RD, LANCASTER, TX 75146, United States of America

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Net Income
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Founded
1962
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+3.3%
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