Manufacturing Automation Manager

KEB AMERICA INC•Shakopee, MN

87d

About The Position

The Manufacturing Automation Manager is responsible for overseeing the manufacturing automation team. This position will be involved in working with technology to monitor or control production and delivery of products and designing, programming, simulating, and testing automated machinery and processes in order to complete exact tasks.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering (or similar areas of study) with controls focus preferably
5+ years of experience using automation system design
Proven leadership experience
Ability to coach, train others, delegate tasks
Experience implementing automation and robotic equipment
Experience troubleshooting and programming automation equipment
Programming experience (preferably C#)
Experience with Solidworks and CAD programs
Solid understanding of computer programming and software development
Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex automation system tests
Creative thinking skills
Ability to communicate well to other members of the team
Organizational and team leadership skills
Ability to execute work instructions accurately to others
Good knowledge of hand and power tools
Excellent manual dexterity
Ability to do accurate work at a rapid pace
Ability to work well independently as well as with other
Have attention to detail
Ability to multi-task
Ability to proficiently read and write in English
Ability to follow all safety rules
Ability to work independently without guidance
Advanced knowledge of machine operations
Ability to read and understand a blueprint, tolerances, and drafting symbols related to machining
Ability to write programs
Ability to do machining problem solving
Ability to solve tooling issues
Ability to work sedentary at a desk as well as on the production floor
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to lift, push, pull as needed
Occasional travel potentially 3-4 times per year (as needed)
Must be able to work on safety sensitive equipment including but not limited to high voltage electronics

Responsibilities

Design layout of equipment or workspaces to achieve maximum efficiency
Design, install, or troubleshoot manufacturing equipment
Design testing methods and test finished products or process capabilities to establish standards or validate process requirements
Apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness
Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, or product design, materials and parts
Communicate manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, or other information to facilitate production processes
Evaluate manufactured products according to specifications and quality standards
Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations
Investigate or resolve operational problems, such as material use variances or bottlenecks
Estimate costs, production times, or staffing requirements for new designs
Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering procedures
Purchase equipment, materials, or parts
Review product designs for manufacturability or completeness
Prepare reports summarizing information or trends related to manufacturing performance
Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing
Ability to apply leadership skills for future team department growth
Follow safety rules and keep clean/orderly work area
Perform other duties as required or assigned