Manufacturing Programs Manager – Automation & Integration

Jobtailor

Kansas

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior supervisor to lead automation and integration programs across AGV/AMR deployment, robotics, and smart factory initiatives in a large-scale manufacturing environment. The role focuses on standards, cybersecurity, and safe, compliant implementations within production facilities.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 10+ years of experience in automation or controls, with travel up to 25% and a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing, computer science, controls engineering, or related field.
10+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, automation engineering, controls integration, or related field.

Responsibilities

Lead the portfolio of automation and integration programs across AGV/AMR deployment, material conveyance, robotics, and smart factory initiatives.
Establish standards for automation projects, including controls architecture, data protocols, cybersecurity, safety interlocks, and validation criteria.
Manage deployment of AGVs, AMRs, and automated material handling systems.
Oversee integration of PLCs, SCADA, and HMI with ERP, MES, and WMS systems.
Define and execute smart factory roadmaps connecting equipment, sensors, and automation systems to data platforms.
Design secure, scalable IT/OT network architectures with IT/Business Technology.
Lead vendor selection, procurement, installation, commissioning, and validation.
Coordinate control system, PLC/SCADA programming, and change management standards.
Ensure automation systems meet safety and quality requirements.
Define and track automation KPIs and provide executive-level reporting.
Lead and develop automation project managers, controls engineers, or integration specialists.
Evaluate new automation hardware, AI/ML capabilities, and predictive maintenance tools.
Support Design for Automation and Design for Manufacturability initiatives.
Evaluate technology, vendor, and integration options using structured decision-making methods.
Support Lean and continuous improvement through real-time production data and scenario analysis.
Champion change management and training for operations teams.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

AGV/AMR Deployment

Controls Integration

PLC/SCADA Programming

ERP/MES/WMS Integration

Automation Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

HMI

SCADA

PLC

ERP Systems

MES Systems

WMS Systems

IT/OT Network Architectures

Automation Software

AI/ML Capabilities

Production Data Analysis

Job description

Lead the portfolio of automation and integration programs supporting AGV/AMR deployment, material conveyance, robotics, controls integration, and smart factory initiatives across fab, weld, paint, and assembly
Establish standards for automation and integration projects, including controls architecture, data protocols, cybersecurity, safety interlocks, and validation criteria
Manage deployment of AGVs, AMRs, and automated material handling systems
Oversee integration of PLCs, robotics, SCADA, and HMI with ERP, MES, and WMS systems
Define and execute smart factory roadmaps connecting equipment, sensors, and automation systems to data platforms
Design secure, scalable IT/OT network architectures with IT/Business Technology
Lead vendor selection, procurement, installation, commissioning, and validation
Coordinate control system, PLC/SCADA programming, and change management standards
Ensure automation systems meet safety and quality requirements
Define and track automation KPIs and provide executive-level reporting
Lead and develop automation project managers, controls engineers, or integration specialists
Evaluate new automation hardware, software, AI/ML capabilities, and predictive maintenance tools
Support Design for Automation and Design for Manufacturability initiatives
Evaluate technology, vendor, and integration options using structured decision-making methods
Support Lean and continuous improvement through real-time production data and scenario analysis
Champion change management and training for operations teams
Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required in engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing, computer science, controls engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, automation engineering, controls integration, or related field
Significant experience with AGVs, AMRs, robotics, conveyors, PLCs, SCADA, and HMI in production environments
Demonstrated experience integrating ERP, MES, WMS, or similar enterprise systems in manufacturing
Proven track record leading cross-functional programs spanning automation deployment, controls integration, and IT/OT convergence
Ability to travel 0–25%
Ability to work Monday through Friday between 7 am and 5 pm
Employment contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading automation and integration programs, with a strong focus on AGV/AMR deployment, controls integration, and smart factory initiatives. Proficient in establishing standards for automation projects and managing cross-functional teams to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in manufacturing environments.

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