Sr. Manager GCE – Manufacturing Controls Engineering
About The Position
As a GCE Sr. Manager – Manufacturing Controls Engineering, you’ll be part of our GCE (Global Capital Engineering) team. You’ll get to manage, develop and grow a team consisting of controls and robotics engineers to maximize productivity. You will support the Strategy/Footprint team when required for any product equipment transfers. You will implement and oversee the execution of productivity projects within the region, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and budget. You will monitor and report on the progress of productivity projects, identifying any issues or delays and developing solutions to address them. You will develop and execute training programs to upskill plant engineering staff, ensuring they are equipped with the latest manufacturing engineering techniques and practices. You will collaborate with the manufacturing team to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings across regional manufacturing operations. You will foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging and supporting GCE teams in their development and the optimization of manufacturing processes. You will build and maintain close relationships with Mfg. sites, critical business support functions in region and critical strategic external automation partners/suppliers. You will be the initial line of support for production down/emergency Mfg. equipment and/or process down. You will provide technical leadership for robotics, industrial automation, and control systems across Global manufacturing sites. You will support troubleshooting, optimization, and continuous improvement of robotic cells, PLC-controlled equipment, HMI systems, sensors, drives, and integrated automation systems. You will partner with plant teams and suppliers to implement and standardize robotics and controls solutions that improve safety, uptime, and productivity.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering engineering projects, preferably with experience in Protrak project management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex engineering processes and identify areas for improvement.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to mentor and develop engineering teams.
- Proficient in project management tools and software, with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Microsoft Office, Power BI
- Strong understanding of general LEAN principals, manufacturing principles, DFM, and DFA
- Strong expertise in robotics, industrial automation, and manufacturing control systems.
- Experience with PLC programming/troubleshooting, HMI interfaces, sensors, servo drives, and robotic manufacturing applications.
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical problem-solving for complex automated equipment and controls-based production systems.
- Willingness to travel within the region as required.
Responsibilities
- Manage, Develop and Grow a team consisting of controls and robotics engineers to maximize productivity.
- Support Strategy/Footprint team when required for any product equipment transfers.
- Implement and oversee the execution of productivity projects within the region, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and budget.
- Monitor and report on the progress of productivity projects, identifying any issues or delays and developing solutions to address them.
- Develop and execute training programs to upskill plant engineering staff, ensuring they are equipped with the latest manufacturing engineering techniques and practices.
- Collaborate with the manufacturing team to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings across regional manufacturing operations.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging and supporting GCE teams in their development and the optimization of manufacturing processes.
- Build and maintain close relationships with Mfg. sites, critical business support functions in region and critical strategic external automation partners/suppliers.
- Initial line of support for production down/emergency Mfg. equipment and/or process down
- Provide technical leadership for robotics, industrial automation, and control systems across Global manufacturing sites.
- Support troubleshooting, optimization, and continuous improvement of robotic cells, PLC-controlled equipment, HMI systems, sensors, drives, and integrated automation systems.
- Partner with plant teams and suppliers to implement and standardize robotics and controls solutions that improve safety, uptime, and productivity.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
- Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
- Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
- Access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
- Mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
- Volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement.
- Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
- Access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
- Diverse & Inclusive Culture
- Purpose-Driven Company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
