Technical Systems Manager

Brambles•Livonia, MI

3d•Remote

About The Position

Are you passionate about automation reliability and bridging the gap between engineering commissioning and operational ownership? In this role, you’ll support automation run-off and ensure a successful handoff of plant automation from engineering into operations—building robust systems, standards, and maintenance programs that sustain world-class performance over time.

Requirements

BS in a technical discipline, electrical or mechanical engineering preferred
5+ years in an automation environment with proven skills in PLC, controls equipment, and vision systems integration/operation/maintenance
Allen-Bradley ControlLogix control systems
Cognex (or similar) vision systems
Yaskawa robotic automation systems
5+ years' experience working with Cognex Scanners and Smart Cameras
Demonstrated plant floor leadership
Strong track record working in a health & safety conscious environment
Team/personnel leadership capability
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

Manage automation systems and technical projects, ensuring that all installations meet production ramp schedules and budgeted performance objectives.
Oversee the Commissioning, Qualification, and Verification (CQV) process for new equipment installations, ensuring a smooth transition from engineering commissioning to operational ownership.
Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies, including spare parts management and reliability-cantered maintenance, to support ongoing equipment performance (MTBF, MTTR).
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, conducting risk assessments, machine guarding reviews, and ensuring all mechanical and electrical systems meet Zero Harm and regional safety standards.
Provide technical leadership and support to plant operations teams, conducting training sessions for maintenance and production staff, and troubleshooting equipment issues as needed.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Process Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and external contractors, to ensure the successful delivery of capital projects and automation improvements.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in equipment reliability, process efficiency, and safety by implementing Quality Operating Systems (QOS) and Daily Management Systems (DMS) to track and optimize performance.
Support Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT), ensuring all systems are properly tested and documented before going live.
Ensure handoff includes complete documentation, including as-built drawings, maintenance manuals, and spare parts lists.
Partner with Process Engineering to support the development and execution of CapEx automation projects.
Conduct and support pre-installation site assessments, including technical skills readiness and infrastructure evaluation.
Ensure automation projects meet production ramp schedules and achieve budgeted performance objectives.
Support equipment Qualification & Verification to enable a smooth transition from Engineering installation to Operations ownership.
Provide technical leadership for process optimization (controls, networking, electrical, and mechanical standards).
Support deployment of preventive & predictive maintenance programs and spare parts systems.
Lead programs to monitor and improve Process Reliability metrics (e.g., PPH, MTBF, MTTR) across the network.
Develop and strengthen in-house maintenance teams—capability, processes, and programs to improve equipment reliability.
Influence and support 3rd-party maintenance management groups to align programs and performance expectations.
Support plant leadership in understanding reliability drivers, cost and utilization impacts, and adoption of new technologies.
Drive continuous improvement feedback loops to Engineering and suppliers through the ECR process for future equipment and tech.
Collaborate with Engineering on trials, pilots, and evaluation of new equipment and emerging automation technologies.