Production Manager

SAR Automation LP; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

SAR Automation LP in the United States is seeking a Production Manager to lead a team of technicians during the assembly, installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of industrial automation systems. You will coordinate daily production and project activities and support hands-on electrical, mechanical, and automation tasks to meet schedules and quality standards.

Travel 25-35% to multiple sites; requires a Bachelor in Mechatronics or equivalent, 6+ years in robotics/automation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Mechatronics or equivalent.
• Minimum of 6 years’ related experience in robotics or automation.
• Experience with robot brands: KUKA/Staubli/ABB/Fanuc.
• Experience with Siemens/Allen-Bradley controls.
• SolidWorks, ERP, Teamcenter, MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assembly and installation of automation and robotic systems.
• Verify power, communication, and software installation; ensure safety validation.
• Oversee FAT/SAT and site commissioning; ensure sign-off with the customer.
• Coordinate daily production and project activities; meet schedules and quality standards.
• Provide technical guidance and ensure quality outputs across projects.
• Communicate with project managers, designers, and customers.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Troubleshooting

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's in Mechatronics or equivalent

Tools

KUKA, Staubli, ABB, Fanuc

Siemens, Allen-Bradley

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Teamcenter

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Production Manager is responsible for leading and supervising a team of technicians during the assembly, installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning of industrial automation systems. The role includes coordinating daily production and project activities, supporting hands‑on electrical, mechanical, and automation‑related tasks, and ensuring schedules and quality standards are achieved.

Team Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise daily team activities, assign and schedule team members to projects, and ensure timely project execution.
• Act as the main point of contact for departmental issues and support team performance through coaching and mentorship.
• Lead by example, fostering a culture of creativity, continuous improvement, and accountability.
• Provide technical guidance and take responsibility for the technical output and quality assurance of automation projects.
• Support problem‑solving and maintain high engineering standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as the central communication link between project managers, designers, and customers.
• Ensure alignment across departments through proactive communication, status reporting, and coordination.
• Continuously develop, document, and improve team workflows, tools, and processes to drive efficiency and innovation.

Project Execution & Supervision

• Lead the assembly and installation of automation and robotic systems, including hardware and wiring.
• Verify power and communication systems , and ensure functional integrity.
• Oversee software installation , debugging, and safety validation per international safety standards.
• Configure and optimize parameters, sequences, and robotic positions in alignment with project specifications.
• Ensure system performance and quality conforms to the sales order and design intent .
• Participate meeting for concept review to support the design of upcoming projects

Testing & Commissioning

• Manage and perform Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) , including dry and full cycles of automation cells.
• Lead on‑site installation and commissioning , including mechanical/electrical installation and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) .
• Ensure completion of SAT documentation and successful sign-off with the customer .

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Educational/Training Requirement:

• Bachelor Degree in Mechatronics or equivalent experience

Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years’ related experience in robotic or automation is required
• Preferred Robot experience: KUKA, Staubli, ABB, Fanuc
• Preferred Control experience: Siemens, Allen Bradley
• Preferred software experience with SolidWorks, ERP systems, Teamcenter, and Microsoft Office

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent troubleshooting skills with high attention to detail
• Knowledge of Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), control system processors, industrial instrumentation, control system analog & digital I/O, control system networks (EtherCAT, Ethernet, Profinet)
• Knowledge in graphical & ladder logic programming code
• Knowledge in reading mechanical drawings, pneumatic and electrical schematics
• Perform work on multiple projects and tasks
• Articulate technical information exchanges in both verbal and written form
• Operation of an overhead crane and forklift
• Good communication skills as this role develops and maintains relationships both internally
• (e.g., employees within and outside of own department) and externally
• (e.g., customers), mainly to supply and/or interpret information.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Travel Requirements:

• Travel time per year: 25-35%
• Travel period: up to 4 weeks
• Travel to other countries is required
• Valid passport is required

Physical Requirements:

This role requires prolonged periods of sitting and computer work, including keyboarding for more than two hours at a time on a regular basis. There may be occasional exposure to mechanical equipment with potential safety hazards; PPE is required when on the factory floor as a preventive measure.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties of the position.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the Company’s discretion.