Senior Manager, Project Automation Engineering

About the role

The Specialty Engineering team is reimagining Specialty Dispensing Environment to serve customers no matter where they are on their path to better health. Investments of ~$40m annually will be allocated to build new and optimal infrastructure, systems and automation throughout the specialty network.

Responsibilities

• Designing Automation Systems: Develop innovative solutions for automating dispensing processes including material handling, sorting, picking, and packing utilizing technologies such as robotics, conveyor systems, pill picking, unit of use dispensing, labeling and goods to person systems.
• System Integration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, IT, and logistics to integrate automation systems with existing dispensing applications and other software platforms.
• Installation and Commissioning: Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of automation equipment, process and software ensuring compliance with BOP and safety regulations and operational requirements.
• Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor system performance post go live, conduct functional time studies (MOST), identify opportunities for optimization, standards and efficiency improvements through data analysis and process optimization.
• Training and Documentation: Support the development training materials, process documentation, KPI metrics and provide training to warehouse staff on the operation process flow and maintenance of automation systems.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, 5S and safety standards related to automation equipment and processes.
• Operational Readiness Planning: Develop comprehensive operational readiness plans outlining the implementation strategy, deployment schedule, staffing requirements, training needs, and contingency plans to ensure a smooth transition to automated operations.

Requirements

• 5 years of engineering or processing experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Experience implementing automation solutions or processes in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with warehouse management systems (WMS) and warehouse operations.
• 50% travel required (Nationwide including Hawaii and Puerto Rico).

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong technical skills in PLC programming, robotics, control systems, dispensing process design and industrial communication protocols.
• Knowledge of CAD software for system design and layout.
• Leverage Lean Six Sigma Certification.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Process/Systems Engineering or related field experience strongly preferred.
• High School degree required.

Pay

The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is $82,940.00 - $182,549.00 This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.