Global Lead, Digital Manufacturing & AI

Illinois Ag; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

McCain Foods seeks a Principal Engineer, Digital Manufacturing Innovation to drive a global digital manufacturing transformation. You will shape strategy and execution of AI-driven analytics to enable intelligent manufacturing across a worldwide network of facilities.

Lead cross-functional teams, build scalable analytics platforms, and deliver measurable ROI while advancing Industry 4.0 technologies and data governance. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science.
• 15+ years of experience in manufacturing analytics, digital transformation, or industrial automation.
• 5+ years of experience in a senior leadership role.
• Strong background in AI/ML, predictive analytics, and data architecture.
• Proficiency with Python, SQL, Power BI, and Tableau.
• Certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or related disciplines are considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a global manufacturing analytics and digital transformation roadmap.
• Lead large-scale initiatives leveraging AI, IoT, and cloud-based platforms.
• Architect scalable analytics solutions integrating MES, SCADA, PLCs, and cloud systems.
• Develop AI/ML models for predictive maintenance, anomaly detection, and process optimization.
• Drive improvements in OEE, production efficiency, and product quality outcomes.
• Establish and enforce data governance and standardization frameworks.
• Partner with cross-functional teams across manufacturing, supply chain, and IT.
• Present data-driven insights and ROI-based recommendations to senior leadership.
• Identify and scale Industry 4.0 technologies, including digital twins, smart sensors, and automation.
• Lead organizational change initiatives and build digital capabilities across the business.

Skills

Leadership experience

AI/ML

Data architecture

Stakeholder management

Python

SQL

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

MES

SCADA

PLC

Job description

McCain Foods seeks a Principal Engineer, Digital Manufacturing Innovation to drive a global digital manufacturing transformation. You will shape strategy and execution of AI-driven analytics to enable intelligent manufacturing across a worldwide network of facilities.

Lead cross-functional teams, build scalable analytics platforms, and deliver measurable ROI while advancing Industry 4.0 technologies and data governance. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.