First Quality · 19 hours ago
Warehouse Automation Engineer
Lewistown, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expFirst Quality is a family-owned company that has grown into a group of companies producing high-quality personal care and household products. They are seeking an experienced Warehouse Automation Engineer to optimize and improve material flow within the warehouse, ensuring efficient and safe handling of goods.
ConsumerHealth CareInformation ServicesManufacturingRetail
Hiring Manager
Kathy Thompson
Responsibilities
Optimize and develop layouts for warehouse systems that optimize space and streamline processes
Analyze and recommend improvements in logistics operations, systems and processes
Drive the selection, implementation, maintenance and improvements of automation technologies
Collaborate with other departments to ensure that automation logistics or automation considerations are integrated into the overall operational strategy and business goals
Manage relationships with current and future automation OEMs and partners
Support and drive asset purchases and capital expense needs for warehouse ops
~50% travel is required
Frequent standing/walking throughout facilities
Possibility of travel to OEM/vendor locations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, logistics or a related field
Strong project engineering background is crucial
5+ years' experience in manufacturing and/or warehousing
Experience with robotics, material handling automation, warehouse automation preferred
Lean/Six Sigma certification a plus
Proficiency in process mapping, statistical analysis and data visualization tools
Strong organizational skills
Project leadership and management
Analytical mind set
Continuous improvement approach
Critical thinking and problem solving skills a must
Ability to work within a team and independently
Strong written and communication skills
Clear and logical thinker
Preferred
Experience with robotics, material handling automation, warehouse automation preferred
Lean/Six Sigma certification a plus
Benefits
Paid time off (three-week minimum)
Medical, dental and vision starting day one
401(k) with employer match
Paid parental leave
Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
Bundle of joy benefit (years’ worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
Tuition assistance
Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums
Company
First Quality
Manufacturing Adult Incontinence Products, Feminine Hygiene Products, Baby Wipes, Adult Washcloths, and Consumer Paper Products.
5001-10000 employees
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Chief Information Officer
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2025-10-07
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