Millennium Print Group, A Subsidiary of the Pokémon Company International · 2 months ago
Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer
Durham, NC - Weck
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expMillennium Print Group (MPG) is a leading manufacturer of trading card games and collectibles, based in North Carolina. They are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer to design and implement automation systems across production lines, manage full project lifecycles, and drive initiatives for Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing integration.
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Responsibilities
Lead the design, programming, and implementation of automation systems across production lines
Manage full project lifecycles—scope, schedules, budgets, and technical documentation
Coordinate resources across engineering, maintenance, IT, procurement, and quality
Implement and optimize PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control, SCADA, and vision systems
Partner with system integrators and equipment vendors on advanced automation projects
Drive initiatives for Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing integration (MES/ERP connectivity)
Ensure compliance with ANSI, OSHA, EPA, ISO, and MPG quality and safety standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Electrical, Automation, or Mechatronics Engineering
5+ years of experience leading automation or control system projects in manufacturing
Strong background in PLC/HMI programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent)
Proficiency in robotics, motion control, warehouse automation, and vision systems
Knowledge of AMRs/AGVs, conveyors, MES, WMS, sensors, and drives
Excellent project management, troubleshooting, and communication skills
Ensure compliance with ANSI, OSHA, EPA, ISO, and MPG quality and safety standards
Preferred
PMP certification preferred; experience in 24/7 manufacturing highly desirable
Benefits
100% Employer-paid medical, dental base plan, vision, life/AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability, while subsidizing premiums for medical, dental, and vision for employee dependents
401(k) Plan with up to a 6% (dollar for dollar) Employer match
Health Savings/Flexible Spending Account options
Paid time off, including 10 company-paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
Employee Assistance Program
Comprehensive relocation package available for qualified candidates
Company
Millennium Print Group, A Subsidiary of the Pokémon Company International
Millennium Print Group is a privately-owned company managed by a dedicated team who have had the rare opportunity to work together for decades.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknown2022-04-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Craig Putz
Vice President of Finance and CFO
Candace Johnson, MBA
Talent Acquisition Partner
Recent News
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