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CHEP · 19 hours ago

Technical Systems Manager

CHEP is an international organization that helps move goods efficiently and sustainably across the globe. They are seeking a Technical Systems Manager to oversee automation systems and ensure a smooth transition from engineering to operations, while driving continuous improvement in equipment reliability and process efficiency.

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Responsibilities

Manage automation systems and technical projects, ensuring that all installations meet production ramp schedules and budgeted performance objectives
Oversee the Commissioning, Qualification, and Verification (CQV) process for new equipment installations, ensuring a smooth transition from engineering commissioning to operational ownership
Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, including spare parts management and reliability-cantered maintenance, to support ongoing equipment performance (MTBF, MTTR)
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, conducting risk assessments, machine guarding reviews, and ensuring all mechanical and electrical systems meet Zero Harm and regional safety standards
Provide technical leadership and support to plant operations teams, conducting training sessions for maintenance and production staff, and troubleshooting equipment issues as needed
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Process Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and external contractors, to ensure the successful delivery of capital projects and automation improvements
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in equipment reliability, process efficiency, and safety by implementing Quality Operating Systems (QOS) and Daily Management Systems (DMS) to track and optimize performance
Support Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT), ensuring all systems are properly tested and documented before going live. Ensure handoff includes complete documentation, including as-built drawings, maintenance manuals, and spare parts lists
Partner with Process Engineering to support the development and execution of CapEx automation projects
Conduct and support pre-installation site assessments, including technical skills readiness and infrastructure evaluation
Ensure automation projects meet production ramp schedules and achieve budgeted performance objectives
Support equipment Qualification & Verification to enable a smooth transition from Engineering installation to Operations ownership
Provide technical leadership for process optimization (controls, networking, electrical, and mechanical standards)
Support deployment of preventive & predictive maintenance programs and spare parts systems
Lead programs to monitor and improve Process Reliability metrics (e.g., PPH, MTBF, MTTR) across the network
Develop and strengthen in-house maintenance teams—capability, processes, and programs to improve equipment reliability
Influence and support 3rd-party maintenance management groups to align programs and performance expectations
Support plant leadership in understanding reliability drivers, cost and utilization impacts, and adoption of new technologies
Drive continuous improvement feedback loops to Engineering and suppliers through the ECR process for future equipment and tech
Collaborate with Engineering on trials, pilots, and evaluation of new equipment and emerging automation technologies

Qualification

PLC programmingControls equipmentVision systems integrationPreventive maintenanceAllen-Bradley ControlLogixCognex vision systemsYaskawa roboticsMicrosoft Office SuiteEmpathyExperimentationUnderstand customersTeam leadershipAdaptabilityTaking ownershipTeamwork

Preferred

BS in a technical discipline, electrical or mechanical engineering preferred
5+ years in an automation environment with proven skills in PLC, controls equipment, and vision systems integration/operation/maintenance
Allen-Bradley ControlLogix control systems
Cognex (or similar) vision systems
Yaskawa robotic automation systems
5+ years' experience working with Cognex Scanners and Smart Cameras
Demonstrated plant floor leadership
Strong track record working in a health & safety conscious environment
Team/personnel leadership capability
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Company

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organisation on earth.

H1B Sponsorship

CHEP has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (8)
2024 (9)
2023 (12)
2022 (8)
2021 (17)
2020 (12)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2016-11-02Acquired

Leadership Team

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Adrienne N.
Talent Acquisition Partner
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Derek Ishler
Finance Business Partner, Automotive
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