Automation Manager: Lead Site Automation & Talent Development

Amcor; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Amcor is seeking an Automation Manager in Syracuse, NY, to lead site automation strategy and engineering initiatives that support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations. This role combines technical leadership with people leadership to develop talent and drive continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation systems, capital project delivery, and cross-functional collaboration, with emphasis on safety, integrity, and inclusivity in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering, automation, or technical leadership.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience.
• Experience managing automation systems, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and networks.

Responsibilities

• Develop site automation and controls strategies.
• Lead design, implementation, optimization, and lifecycle management of automation systems.
• Manage capital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Drive equipment reliability and OEE improvements.
• Lead engineering change management ensuring GMP compliance.
• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, and Supply Chain.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Automation systems

PLC / HMI/SCADA

Capital projects

People development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Amcor is seeking an Automation Manager in Syracuse, NY, to lead site automation strategy and engineering initiatives that support safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operations. This role combines technical leadership with people leadership to develop talent and drive continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automation systems, capital project delivery, and cross-functional collaboration, with emphasis on safety, integrity, and inclusivity in the