Automation CI Specialist

Woolworths Supermarkets; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Team discounts Woolworths Group brands

Global career opportunities

Wellbeing programs & Sonder app

Job summary

Woolworths Group is seeking a CI Lead for our automated fulfilment network in Melbourne. You will partner with the CFC leadership and WooliesX to identify and implement automation and process improvements that boost safety, efficiency and quality with a team-first, customer-first mindset.

You will lead root-cause investigations, develop initiatives, and work with Knapp on PLC/SCADA systems. This role requires Lean Six Sigma certification, experience in automated FMCG environments, and strong

Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma certified (Green or Black) is required or preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement methodologies in automated environments.
• Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
• Ability to plan and execute improvements in complex operations.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a CI team to monitor performance trends and drive RCA.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives and automation solutions.
• Fault-find and resolve issues across automation systems and software.
• Collaborate with Knapp to assess PLC/SCADA and propose changes.
• Present impact analyses and support training to embed change.
• Contribute to system testing, readiness, commissioning, and drafting SOPs.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Process optimization

Operational planning

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green or Black)

Job description

• Lead a CI team at one of Woolworths’ automated fulfilment sites
• Work hands-on with Knapp automation, PLC and SCADA systems
• Shape best practice for future automated sites across the network

Melbourne North is Woolworths' second automated Customer Fulfilment Centre, located at 144 Northcorp Boulevard, Broadmeadows.

Purpose-built to serve the growing Melbourne North catchment with same-day, next-day and scheduled delivery propositions, it applies key learnings from Auburn CFC to deliver a safer, more efficient and higher-quality operation for our team and customers.

We are Woolworths Group

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts, and unique perspectives across Australia and New Zealand. Connected by a shared Purpose - 'to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow'. That Purpose fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments, and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week.

If you're excited to turn today's blue-sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you'll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive, and empowering workplace. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work, and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

What you’ll do

You will partner with the CFC leadership team and the broader WooliesX team to identify, define and enhance automation system/business performance, through analysing current practices and looking to utilise continuous improvement methodologies to create a culture of safety, efficiency and quality with a team 1st, customer 1st focus.

• Lead and coach a team to monitor performance trends and deviations, and drive root cause investigation
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives and automation solutions across the site
• Fault-find technical issues across automation systems and software
• Partner with our onsite vendor, Knapp, to assess PLC and SCADA systems, review software change requests and propose improvements through change control
• Present impact analysis to leaders and support the training team to embed change
• Take part in system testing (including DILO), operational readiness and commissioning, and write SOPs and work instructions

What you’ll bring

• Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green or Black)
• Ideally you will have worked in an automated environment across FMCG, distribution or manufacturing
• Proven experience with continuous improvement methodologies and implementing successful process improvements.
• Experience in tactical and operational planning in a complex environment
• Strong communication and influencing skills to effectively manage business relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

What you’ll experience

• An attractive remuneration package
• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands
• A global business with endless career possibilities
• A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including a competitive leave policy and 24/7 access to the Sonder app.
• Opportunity to Salary Sacrifice

Endless possibilities with Woolworths Group

We’re a proud part of the Woolworths Group – 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives working together connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’

Here you’ll be supported and empowered to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. Backed by a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and the support to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.