Automation Program Manager (Entry Level)

Flex-N-Gate; Windsor; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

RRSP plan

Training & development

Paid holidays

Job summary

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer of automotive components, seeking an Automation Program Manager to support and initiate automation programs across the facility. You will implement and maintain automation equipment and lead cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.

Responsibilities include coordinating supplier quotations, implementing new equipment, developing training, and conducting cost-benefit analyses to drive improvements.

Qualifications

• University degree/college diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Eng.
• 1-2 years’ automotive/manufacturing experience
• Strong communication and writing skills
• Project management and scheduling abilities

Responsibilities

• Coordinate automation projects from design to commissioning.
• Obtain supplier quotations and manage equipment delivery.
• Develop and implement training for new equipment.
• Maintain project schedules with cross-functional teams.
• Conduct cost estimates and ROI analyses.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Time management

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

University Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Email etiquette

Job description

Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Summary

The Automation Program Manager’s role is to support and initiate automation programs throughout the facility by implementing and maintaining automation projects and equipment.

Job Duties

• Contacts suppliers for quotations of equipment and reviews output quantity, quality, process reliability and downtime of equipment;
• Implements new equipment in plant and co-ordinates activities with maintenance;
• Organizes and maintains project schedules by communicating with both plant personnel and supplier’s timing requirements;
• Develops project objectives by conferring with management regarding design, set-up and maintenance;
• Determines project specifications by preparing cost estimates;
• Develop new automation processes;
• Develop and implement training programs for all new equipment and automation cells;
• Identifies and reviews various sources for required equipment and determines criteria for which equipment is to be evaluated with input from a cross-functional team;
• Confirms product performance by conducting capability tests/trials on prototype orders and time studies;
• Conducts continuous improvement studies through automation designing, cost-benefit analysis and maintenance;
• Ensure procurement of equipment that matches the intended needs and savings;
• Establishing and bring all equipment up to both mechanical and electrical standards.

Requirements

• University Degree/College Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 1-2 years’ related experience in an automotive/manufacturing industry.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and in writing
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
• Exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership
• Able to create alternative solutions to problems
• Excellent time management and project management skills
• High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning
• Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Able to work well under pressure
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email
• Proven ability to troubleshoot
• Knowledge of basic computer hardware and applications software.
• Ability to work effectively alone and prioritize.
• Must be a highly motivated, service and team-oriented individual with an attention to detail.
• Enthusiasm for challenge and new initiatives are prerequisites.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance
• RRSP retirement savings plan
• Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time

What do our employees have to say?

• “It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
• “Lots of growth opportunity.”
• \"The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.\"
• \"Not just a job—a great place to work!\"

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. Ontario Human Rights Code and AODA.