Automation Manager

ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages, LLC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages is seeking an Automation Manager to lead a team responsible for the Vertique automated case-picking system in our Harrisburg facility, coordinating with operations, IT, suppliers and OEMs to optimize performance.

You will develop and execute a preventative maintenance program, hire and train technicians, manage budgets, and document procedures while upholding safety standards and continuous improvement across the automation platform.

Formación

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in engineering, mechatronics, automation or equivalent technical/trade school certifications.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, preferably within beverage, food & beverage.
• 5+ years people leadership, managing and developing technical teams.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate complex concepts with all levels of the organization.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and motivate a team of technicians, mechanics, operators and contractors to deliver results by communicating company goals, safety practices, and deadlines.
• Develop teammates through effective performance management, coaching and training.
• Manage vendors and other third-party contractors including the execution of legal agreements, validating insurance, and communication of standards, policies and safety requirements.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison with Vertique/OEM representatives, integrators, vendors, and internal IT/automation support.
• Implement and execute a preventative maintenance program.
• Plan and schedule work through plant maintenance systems and procedures.
• Perform maintenance including but not limited to electrical, mechanical and security access using both internal and external resources.
• Establish and manage a tools, parts and critical spares inventory – procuring materials and maintaining required systems and databases.
• Provide technical support of operations to ensure equipment is running at full capacity.
• Manage the industrial sanitation program for the automation system in compliance with corporate quality requirements.
• Advise on future plans, designs and upgrades to meet business goals and continuous improvement expectations.
• Participate in capital planning for automation improvements, major repairs, replacements, and lifecycle management.
• Develop and track budgets in accordance with financial procedures and cycles.
• Create and maintain documentation including procedures, standards, and schematics to enable the safe and efficient maintenance of the automation system.

Conocimientos

People leadership

Industrial automation

Contractor management

Electrical schematics

Safety standards

Educación

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in engineering, mechatronics, automation

Herramientas

Ignition

SCADA platforms

Descripción del empleo

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Other Potential Locations: South Lebanon, PA; Lebanon, PA

We are actively seeking enthusiastic team players who want to work with the world’s most trusted and iconic brands.

About ABARTA

ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages is a family-owned company committed to being a visible, engaged partner to the customers and communities we serve. We value diversity and individuality and when you thrive, we thrive. ABARTA offers the perks of a large corporation with the personalized touch of a smaller company. We are a workplace that encourages sharing ideas in a supportive environment, growing professionally, maintaining a healthy work/life balance, and interacting with all levels of the organization. We would love for you to become a part of our family to help make our vision of Quenching the Thirst of Our Neighbors a reality!

Summary

The Automation Manager is responsible for leading a team in the management and maintenance of the Vertique automated case-picking system and works cross-functionally with the operations team and other business functions to ensure the system’s optimal performance. This position is responsible for ensuring the Vertique automated case-picking system and all its component parts are operating in accordance with its design; the establishment and execution of a preventative maintenance program; advising and overseeing enhancements and upgrades; and hiring, training, managing, and coordinating the technicians, contractors, processes, and applications required to maintain the system.

Responsibilities

• Manage and motivate a team of technicians, mechanics, operators and contractors to deliver results by communicating company goals, safety practices, and deadlines.
• Develop teammates through effective performance management, coaching and training.
• Manage vendors and other third-party contractors including the execution of legal agreements, validating insurance, and communication of standards, policies and safety requirements.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison with Vertique/OEM representatives, integrators, vendors, and internal IT/automation support.
• Implement and execute a preventative maintenance program.
• Plan and schedule work through plant maintenance systems and procedures.
• Perform maintenance including but not limited to electrical, mechanical and security access using both internal and external resources.
• Establish and manage a tools, parts and critical spares inventory – procuring materials and maintaining required systems and databases.
• Provide technical support of operations to ensure equipment is running at full capacity.
• Manage the industrial sanitation program for the automation system in compliance with corporate quality requirements.
• Advise on future plans, designs and upgrades to meet business goals and continuous improvement expectations.
• Participate in capital planning for automation improvements, major repairs, replacements, and lifecycle management.
• Develop and track budgets in accordance with financial procedures and cycles.
• Create and maintain documentation including procedures, standards, and schematics to enable the safe and efficient maintenance of the automation system.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in engineering, mechatronics, automation or equivalent technical/trade school certifications.
• Any specific mechanical or electrical CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES?
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, preferably within beverage, food & beverage.
• 5+ years people leadership, managing and developing technical teams.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate complex concepts with all levels of the organization.
• Skilled in contractor management and project management.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control system documentation.
• Knowledge of functional safety standards (e.g. ANSI, NFPA, IEC), safety PLCs, OSHA requirements, lockout/tagout, arc flash awareness, machine guarding, and electrical safety practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with beverage distribution operations.
• Experience with Vertique automated case-picking systems
• Experience leading automation projects from concept through commissioning
• Experience with HMI and SCADA platforms (e.g., Ignition)
• Any specific mechanical or electrical CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES?

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in an automated warehouse environment with daily exposure to industrial equipment.
• Ability to work on the plant floor, including climbing ladders and accessing control panels.

May require occasional off-shift or weekend work during system start-ups or critical support events.

Additional Information

ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages, LLC applicants must submit to a background verification process prior to commencing employment with the company. Employment with ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages, LLC is contingent on a pre-employment background check which may include drug screening, driving records (including minor moving violations) and will be evaluated according to ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages, LLC guidelines to determine eligibility for this position. ABARTA Coca-Cola Beverages, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorites/Women/Veterans/Disable/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

For more job postings and additional information about our company and culture, please visit our careers site at https://abartacocacola.com .