Automation Programming Manager

Kitchener Executive Consultants Inc; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 166,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitchener Executive Consultants Inc. seeks an Automation Programming Manager or hands-on Programming Leader for a busy manufacturing automation environment. The role requires directing PLC and Robotics Programmers, coordinating with PMs and internal teams, and supporting customer sites.

In-person position with minimal North American travel is expected. Ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication, initiative, and leadership to influence project success in a dynamic, solution-driven

Qualifications

• Experience commissioning automated work cells and assembly lines.
• Ability to lead and develop PLC & Robotics Programmers.
• Strong coordination with Project Management and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead PLC & Robotics programming activities on site and at customer locations.
• Coordinate with Project Management and other teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Provide direction, mentorship and performance feedback to the programming team.
• Travel within North America as required for project support.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics

Team leadership

Project coordination

Tools

Automation software

Control systems

Job description

To support the steady growth of our Client in the Factory Automation space, Kitchener Executive Consultants Inc. is seeking an accomplished Automation Programming Manager or hands-on Programming Leader with a proven ability to support and develop talent in a busy manufacturing automation / systems integration environment.

Our ideal candidate boasts a successful track record of commissioning automated work cells and assembly lines, by providing direction and support to PLC & Robotics Programmers in the shop and at the customer site. The ability to coordinate with Project Management and multiple internal teams on ongoing assignments at various stages of the project life cycle to ensure timely delivery will be vital. Due to the nature of the work, expert knowledge of robotics will be valued by this group. Though this is an in-person position, the Automation Programming Manager must be available for minimal travel within North America.

This is an opportunity for an organized people leader to display initiative and have an impact within this dynamic, solution-driven business model. As this is a highly visible role, excellent communication skills equal to practical technical abilities are necessary for success in this environment.

Our Client’s preferred Salary Target is $120 000 - $135 000.