ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients) · 6 days ago
Automation & Engineering Manager
Oxnard, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$99K/yr - $145K/yr
8+ years expofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients) is a global leader in food & beverage ingredients, focused on providing manufacturers with products that delight consumers. The Automation & Engineering Manager will support the design and optimization of engineering and automation systems within warehousing and distribution operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and leading engineering projects from concept to completion.
Food & Beverages
Responsibilities
Lead and support engineering projects across warehousing and distribution centers from concept to completion
Work with cross-functional teams (Operations, IT, Maintenance, Vendors) to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables
Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements
Manage contractors, vendors, and integrators during installation and commissioning phases
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and industry standards
Design, specify, and implement automation solutions including conveyors, sorters, automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS), robotic systems, and warehouse control systems (WCS)
Analyze existing warehouse processes and identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
Work closely with IT and software teams to integrate Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Warehouse Control Systems (WCS)
Conduct testing, validation, and troubleshooting of automated systems
Provide engineering support to ongoing warehouse operations, including troubleshooting MHE and automation systems
Perform root-cause analysis of system failures and recommend corrective actions
Monitor system performance and recommend continuous improvement initiatives
Support layout design, equipment selection, and infrastructure planning for new and existing facilities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechatronics, or Systems Engineering (or related field) required
8–10 years of experience in project engineering roles within warehousing, distribution, logistics, or manufacturing
Hands-on experience with automation systems such as conveyors, robotics, ASRS, AGVs, or pick-to-light systems
Strong knowledge of MHE, industrial automation, and warehouse operations
Experience managing engineering projects, including vendor coordination and on-site implementation
Preferred
AutoCAD, SolidWorks (or other CAD software)
PLC programming basics (Rockwell, Siemens, etc.) – a plus
Familiarity with WMS/WCS/SCADA systems
MS Project, Excel, Power BI – for reporting and project tracking
Company
ofi North America (Olam Food Ingredients)
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