Automation Supervisor, Dairy Manufacturing (Sat-Mon, Days)
Walmart Inc.
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Job summary
Walmart Dairy Processing Plant in Fort Wayne, IN seeks an experienced Automation Supervisor to oversee automated systems for production, processing, and warehouse operations. This role emphasizes reliability, safety, and continuous improvement in a large milk-processing environment.
The position involves programming, troubleshooting, maintenance, and training staff on PLC/robotic controls, HMI interfaces, and instrumentation.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; professional certification in engineering/tech is a plus.
- 1+ year in maintenance or related field; PLC/Robot programming experience is required.
- Experience with automation control systems including electronics, robotics, sensors, touch panels, and HMIs.
Responsibilities
- Program and troubleshoot automated control systems.
- Maintain and upgrade automation equipment and controls.
- Provide on-call remote and on-site technical support.
- Train associates on operation and repair of automation equipment.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards.
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Automation Supervisor, Manufacturing (Sat-Mon, Days 12hr shift)
Fort Wayne, IN
2150 W Pleasant Center Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46819-0000
R-2649236
$65,500 - $98,000/yr
Regular/ Permanent
- Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies data and resources collaborating with managers coworkers customers and other business partners
- Identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations by carrying out tasks, communicating progress and information
- Determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities and adapting to and learning from change difficulties and feedback
- Programs and troubleshoots automated control systems, for example: integration electronics robotics, fiber optic sensors, pneumatic hydraulic controls, touch panels, programmable logic controls, human machine interface
- Utilizes oneline and electrical schematic designs, electrical equipment controls, instrumentations and configurations. For example: pump Variable Frequency Drive, Allen Bradley, Factory Talk, Siemens, BR brand controllers, and systems
- Provides on-call remote and onsite technical support for automation equipment
- Trains associates on the operation and repair of automation equipment
- Complies with company policies procedures, standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans using the Open Door Policy and applying these in executing business processes and practices
- Manages the daily operations of automation systems by performing routine maintenance of instruments and controls utilized to process materials from raw states to finished products
- Upgrades and replaces components and control systems
- Continuously monitors all operations processes
- Identifies operational malfunctions and corrects malfunctions as needed
- Completes work orders, records logs, and other written or computer based documents according to established procedures
- Supports plant operation quality and continuous improvement programs, for example: Break Down Analysis, Break Down Deployments
- Executes process improvement projects by identifying customer and operational needs
- Identifies performance standards Measures progress and adjusts performance accordingly
- Develops contingency plans Demonstrates adaptability and supports continuous learning Programmable Logic Controllers Automation Control Systems
Respect the Individual:
- Builds high-performing teams embraces differences in people cultures ideas and experiences creates a workplace where associates feel seen supported and connected through a culture of belonging creates opportunitiesfor all associatesto thrive and performx000B.
- Works collaboratively builds strong and trusting relationships communicates with impact energy and positivity to motivate and influencex000B
- Attracts and retains the best talent empowers and develops talent and recognizes others contributions and accomplishments
Act with Integrity:
- Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity ethics and compliance models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture holds oneself and others accountable supports Walmart's goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates, customers, members and the world around use, creating a sense of belonging eliminating waste participating in local giving
- Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble self-aware honest fair and transparent
Serve Our Customers and Members:
- Delivers results while putting the customer first considers and adapts to how where and when customers shop and applies the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans
- Makes decisions based on data insights and analysis balances short and long-term prioritiesand considers our customers fellow associates shareholders suppliers business partners and communities when making plans
Strive for Excellence:
- Displays curiosity and a desire to learn takes calculated risks demonstrates courage and resilience and encourages learning from mistakes
- Drives continuous improvements adopts and encourages the use of newtechnologies and skills and supports others through change
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart .
The annual salary range for this position is $65,500.00 - $98,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
- Stock
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Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.
High school diploma or equivalent.Professional certification in engineering, technology, or related field.
1 year's experience in maintenance or related field.
2 years’ experience PLC/Robot Programming.
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Technology, or related field., Maintenance or control automation.Walmart is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.
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