Injection Molding Automation Manager

Responsibilities

• Set priorities and direct Automation Department activities.
• Cast a vision of continuous improvement and develop capital investment strategies.
• Develop and manage Automation Department expenses and capital budgets.
• Ensure automation equipment is maintained and in safe operating condition.
• Evaluate existing and new equipment including OEM vendor qualifications.
• Review and provide technical advice to maintain and revise preventative maintenance programs.
• Aid in planning, project management, and resource allocation to ensure preventative maintenance compliance.
• Develop, communicate, budget, and implement capital projects that improve safety, reduce costs, improve operating efficiency, and improve plant systems.
• Establish and track yearly goals for continuous improvement.
• Serve as a technical leader, mentor, and subject matter expert, effectively communicating with plant, regional, divisional, and corporate leadership.
• Evaluate daily, weekly, and monthly downtime and efficiency reports to determine productivity levels and identify improvement opportunities.
• Work cross-functionally with all departments to track plant performance, identify opportunities, coordinate activities, and implement solutions.
• Maintain and enforce all company safety, environmental, and department of health requirements.
• Oversee hiring, training, and development of technical employees within the Automation Department.
• Evaluate personnel merits for annual pay increases and make recommendations to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of maintenance supervisory work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and pc/plc based control systems.
• Prominent ability to lead, motivate, and direct employees.
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to evaluate mechanical and electrical equipment to determine fit for service.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.