Automation & Electrical Plant Leader

CJ Schwan’s; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 93,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Time off programs

Retirement plans

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s is seeking an Electrical & Automation Manager to lead automation initiatives at our Florence, KY food manufacturing facility. You will oversee plant-wide automation projects, manage a multi-shift team of electricians and controls technicians, and guide capital planning for the Electrical and Automation Department.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial automation with leadership experience, strong knowledge of control systems, and proven project management skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, including 2+ years of leadership of teams in instrumentation, controls design, and PLC/HMI programming.
• Strong knowledge of control system components, ladder logic, and HMI applications.
• Proven experience managing engineering projects with strong technical problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and AutoCAD.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex automation projects from planning through implementation.
• Manage multi-shift team of supervisors, electricians, and controls technicians to support plant production.
• Oversee and support capital planning, budgeting, and cost control for the plant Electrical and Automation Department.
• Drive improvements in power distribution systems, control networks, and manufacturing automation processes.
• Design, scale, and test automated manufacturing systems and equipment.
• Provide technical support for product development, production line automation, and system enhancements.
• Program, implement, and maintain PLCs and HMIs, ensuring smooth startup and ongoing technical support.
• Ensure accurate project documentation, reporting, and communication of timelines, issues, and resolutions.
• Schedule and supervise installation, troubleshooting, and calibration of control systems and devices.
• Lead training and development for plant staff on automation systems and operational best practices.
• Promote effective use of personnel, ensure compliance with safety and operational policies, and support continuous improvement across the plant.

Skills

Industrial automation

Leadership

PLC/HMI programming

Control systems

AutoCAD

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

CJ Schwan’s is seeking an Electrical & Automation Manager to lead automation initiatives at our Florence, KY food manufacturing facility. You will oversee plant-wide automation projects, manage a multi-shift team of electricians and controls technicians, and guide capital planning for the Electrical and Automation Department.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in industrial automation with leadership experience, strong knowledge of control systems, and proven project management skills.