Lineage · 13 hours ago
Automation Sustainment Engineer
Novi, MI (Humboldt Drive)
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
3+ years expLineage Logistics is the largest temperature-controlled warehouse network in the world, and they are seeking an Automation Sustainment Engineer to support Operations and Technology teams in maintaining and enhancing automation systems. This role involves ensuring safety and compliance, coordinating training, and conducting audits to uphold operational standards.
Food DeliveryFood ProcessingLogisticsSupply Chain ManagementWarehousing
Responsibilities
Ensure that the automation solutions support world class Safety and Food Safety standards & meet all regulatory standards and the company's expectations for employee health and welfare to mitigate risk
Maintain KPI’s for each system’s uptime and productivity
Hold regular meetings with local site teams to review system issues and opportunities for improvement or corrective maintenance
Maintain, update, and develop as needed work instructions for maintenance and repairs of the automated systems
Coordinate with all technology teams to deploy training materials for all systems at new locations
Complete documented training of local maintenance and
Conduct periodic audits and assessments of the automated sites to ensure compliance with targets and standards relating to operation, maintenance, spare parts, availability of the system, IT infrastructure, system/database maintenance as well as operational skills and ongoing training of staff
Follow audit process to evaluate the maintenance program to ensure the equipment is being properly serviced with the appropriate preventative/predictive maintenance cycles and parts inventory is effectively managed
Assist in development of audit procedure, suggest improvements to the Automation Sustainment Manager
Advise and provide solutions to improve safety and quality standards for the design, implementation, and life cycle of the automation systems
Review, assess and enhance operational automated systems with a priority for safety, quality, efficacy, and commercial viability
Support local site teams with troubleshooting electromechanical issues and escalating to vendor hotlines as needed
Support the Automation Systems delivery and implementation team to ensure successful preparation and training of the operational staff operating the automation system
Ensure Managers and maintenance teams continue to be well trained and extremely effective to ensure the operational optimization of the automation solution
Responsibility for ensuring effective and efficient support of Regional and site level operations management for sustainability of the automation solution
Support the local leadership teams with superior internal customer service by driving automation objectives including safety in operating the system, high quality standards, on-budget operation, and effective performance and system availability
On site intervention as needed to assist site with corrective or preventive maintenance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent in education and/or work experience
3+ years leading maintenance of automated systems or similar electromechanical systems
Ability to deliver on commitments (high quality, on time, with commercial viability) while working on multiple projects concurrently
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interface with and understand technical experts in the fields of safety and compliance, quality, logistical operations, automation systems and related software applications and processes
Acts decisively for improvement in both projects and in the organization, addresses urgent, time sensitive or crisis issues
Experience with working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Experience maintaining and troubleshooting automation systems
Knowledge of systems: WMS, WCS, and PLC controls associated with automation solution integration and management
Proficient computer skills including, Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to effectively manage accountability of self and others
Must be willing to work non-standard hours to support delivery of time-critical project deadlines
Ability to travel 50% of time, or as business needed
Company
Lineage
Lineage is one of the world’s leading temperature-controlled industrial REITs and integrated solutions providers with a global network of over 480 strategically located facilities, totaling nearly 2.9 billion cubic feet of capacity across countries in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$10.71BKey Investors
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2024-07-25IPO
Leadership Team
Greg Lehmkuhl
Chief Executive Officer
Jeff Rivera
Chief Operating Officer
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