Assistant Manager - Distribution Center

Apparel Group; Bahrain; On-site; BHD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Apparel Group in Bahrain seeks an Automation Operations Manager to oversee daily warehouse automation systems, conveyors, AS/RS, and robotics, ensuring uptime and KPI targets.

You will lead engineers and technicians, coordinate PM programs, drive improvements, and collaborate with IT and facilities teams on system upgrades and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years in warehouse automation or engineering with supervisory exposure.
• Hands-on experience with warehouse automation systems and PLC/HMI/SCADA.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of automated systems within the distribution facility.
• Ensure uptime, throughput and KPI targets; coordinate with maintenance teams.
• Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance; drive root-cause actions.
• Lead automation engineers and technicians; assign tasks and monitor progress.
• Collaborate on system upgrades, testing, and documentation with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

PLCs

HMI

SCADA

Industrial control systems

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibility:

Automation Operations Management

• Oversee daily operations of automated systems such as conveyors, sorters, AS/RS, and robotics within the distribution facility.

• Ensure system availability and performance meets operational KPIs (uptime, throughput, cycle time, etc.).

• Monitor and coordinate with operations and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and disruptions.

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

• Supervise the implementation of preventive maintenance schedules for all automation equipment.

• Ensure timely resolution of technical issues by coordinating with internal teams and third-party vendors.

• Analyze recurring faults and drive corrective actions to avoid future failures.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and mentor automation engineers, supervisors, and technicians to ensure high standards of technical competency and productivity.

• Assign tasks and monitor progress to ensure timely and accurate completion of maintenance and improvement projects.

• Support training and skill development of the technical team on new systems and safety practices.

Project Execution & System Upgrades

• Assist in planning and execution of new automation initiatives and upgrades in collaboration with the DC Engineering and IT teams.

• Contribute to testing, commissioning, and validation of new equipment and software integrations.

• Coordinate with OEMs, contractors, and consultants for project execution and documentation.

Compliance & Safety Standards

• Ensure that all automation systems operate in compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

• Lead root-cause analysis and safety audits related to automated processes and implement corrective measures.

• Maintain SOPs and risk assessments for all automated areas.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare regular reports on equipment performance, maintenance KPIs, downtime incidents, and project progress.

• Maintain updated documentation of equipment manuals, logs, and system configurations.

• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management for system enhancements and cost optimizations
  DESIRED EXPERIENCE

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• 5-7 years of experience in warehouse automation or engineering roles, with at least 2-3 years in a supervisory or assistant managerial capacity.

• Hands-on experience with warehouse automation systems, PLCs, HMI, SCADA, and industrial control systems.

• Strong understanding of material handling equipment, warehouse layouts, and automation performance metrics.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering certifications in automation systems or lean operations preferred.

• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills