Professional Packaging Systems · 3 months ago
Automations Manager
Charlotte, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $140K/yrProfessional Packaging Systems (Pro Pac) is a company with over 50 years of experience in providing packaging solutions across various industries. They are seeking an Automation Manager to lead the transition of manual lines to fully automated robotic lines for food product packaging, ensuring effective process improvements and team management.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Development & Training of standard operating procedures
Overseeing all aspects of facility maintenance and automation management
Overseeing continuous improvement on developed processes
Managing multiple complex projects with competing demands while utilizing problem solving skills to ensure the successful implementation and roll out of automation project updates
Leading all automation related projects for the site
Deploying strategies/processes/procedures to meet the potential of automation equipment
Implementing process improvements of automation technology
Demonstrating coaching and team member development skills for multiple positions including automation and maintenance technicians, operators, and associated team members
Tracking performance and improvement KPIs
Working cross functionally daily with multiple teams including site ops, IT, OT, external vendors, engineering, inventory, and maintenance
Utilizing E80 UI, WMS, PGT/SAP and CMMS for visibility and maintenance of automation equipment and operations
Supporting site operations from a systems perspective to include PGT integration and sustainability
Supporting commissioning, IFT, FAT, qualification and verification of any new Automation equipment/systems
Delivering effective change management processes, oversight, and execution
Working with peer group across the Network to learn/share best practices
Maintaining effective communication with external project teams and internal operations teams to minimize impact on operations
Resolving high urgency critical opportunities by diligent and effective problem-solving activities with the total site team
Creating and updating the playbook for automation on site through developing SOPs and training the site team
Demonstrating an independent manager mentality as the facility SME through effective time and project management skills
Ensuring spare parts, components, and tools needed for maintenance are on-hand for technicians, managing all facets of maintenance and automation teams supplies
Ensuring maintenance technician records, work orders, and equipment trackers are completed with accurate and detailed information, supporting predictive maintenance decisions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, IT, or data science preferred: Equivalent experience will be considered
Experience with automation-automation systems: WMS, SAP, CMMS, OEM UI/HMI, Power Apps
Analytical, data-driven assessment skills
Strong written and verbal skills (English required, Spanish a plus.)
Proven results-achieving work background
Company
Professional Packaging Systems
Professional Packaging Systems is a packaging and containers company specializing in packaging equipment and packaging machines.
Founded in 1971
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Amy Campbell
Human Resources Business Partner
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