Automation Manager

Give and Go Prepared Foods • Toronto, ON

3d • CA$98,000 - CA$125,000

About The Position

Responsible for maintaining the automation & controls systems through defining the system standards post-implementation and handover. The role will lead the Maintenance Automation team through the success of projects within the Maintenance Department.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial automation or control systems
• 5+ years in a leadership role, preferably in a multi-site or corporate function
• Proven experience implementing automation strategies across multiple facilities
• Strong project management and transformation experience
• Ability to read electrical schematics, P&IDs, ladder logic and control diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for electrical and automation issues.
• Familiarity with robotics (Fanuc, ABB, Kuka, Yaskawa).
• Experience with CMMS and SAP systems for work order management
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Basic understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics
• Prior working experience in a manufacturing environment
• Possesses and commits to a high level of personal and ethical responsibility
• Diverse set of experience and capabilities to help Sr. Project Engineers and Engineering Managers to improve and grow.
• Must be able to handle fast paced environment with competing priorities and demands.
• Must have strong computer (MS Office) and project management skills

Responsibilities

• Provide input to and contributes to the execution of the Company’s long-term plan (LTP) within the Maintenance department
• Develop and implement the corporate automation strategy aligned with business objectives
• Define and enforce automation standards across all sites (PLCs, SCADA, HMI, networks)
• Ensure consistency, scalability, and best practices across facilities
• Lead initiatives related to Industry 4.0, smart manufacturing, and digitalization
• Actively live and role model our Leadership competencies by holding self and team (including all direct and indirect reports) accountable for creating a positive work environment and culture through administration of our People Processes and Tools.
• Performance Management: Ensure proper onboarding and development of all staff by completing induction process, coaching and developing capabilities, executing PDP start/mid-year dialogues, and engaging in corrective action when required
• Talent & Succession: Ensure job vacancies are filled by completing the required processes and representing the company with integrity throughout the recruitment process
• Training: Ensure completion of function compliance training
• Engagement: Ensure an engaged workforce through development of sound working relationships and execution of Employee Survey action plans
• Company Values (RDQAS): Ensure teams model our Company values and hold others accountable for the same.
• Lead the technical support to the Information Technology team pre- and during equipment installation which includes troubleshooting communication issues between field devices, communication networks, PLC and SCADA systems
• Troubleshoot process line issues when necessary, delegating tasks to the team when necessary
• Support with the equipment/machine commissioning and start-up activities
• Coordinate and support with security and maintenance for manufacturing systems data, manufacturing systems administration and systems change control processes and documentation
• Lead continuous improvement, innovation and cost optimization efforts on behalf of the maintenance department with a focus on equipment automation
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, uptime, and productivity through automation
• Promote advanced analytics, data integration, and predictive maintenance solutions.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies (AI, IIoT, robotics, Co-Bots, AGV’s, etc.)
• Develop and manage the corporate automation budget.
• Optimize capital investments and operational costs related to automation systems
• Support ROI analysis and business case development for automation initiatives
• Lead in the development, definition, implementation and maintenance of standards for the process & control systems across all Give & Go manufacturing facilities.
• Ensure all equipment and work performed by or on behalf of the company complies with all governing laws, practices, codes, and regulations

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Energetic team with deeply ingrained values of respect, direct and open communication, quality and accountability
• Working with a leading and growing North American manufacturer of baked goods for over 30 years
• Commitment to preserve unique diversity & culture, people focused and core to success
• Environment where sharing new ideas, experimenting and learning from each other is strongly encouraged

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior