PRODUCTION: Manufacturing Automation Assistant Manager

Karl E. Brinkmann GmbH; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Shakopee, Minnesota, seeks a Manufacturing Automation Manager to oversee the automation team. Responsibilities include designing effective layouts, troubleshooting equipment, and implementing automation solutions. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience using automation system design.
• Experience implementing automation and robotic equipment.
• Experience troubleshooting and programming automation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design layout of equipment for maximum efficiency.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
• Prepare reports summarizing manufacturing performance.

Skills

Troubleshooting equipment problems

Programming experience (C#)

Excellent manual dexterity

Leadership skills

Creative thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multi-task

Ability to follow safety rules

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering

Tools

Solidworks

CAD programs

Job description

The Manufacturing Automation Manager is responsible for overseeing the manufacturing automation team. This position will be involved in working with technology to monitor or control production and delivery of products and designing, programming, simulating, and testing automated machinery and processes in order to complete exact tasks.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Design layout of equipment or workspaces to achieve maximum efficiency
• Design, install, or troubleshoot manufacturing equipment
• Design testing methods and test finished products or process capabilities to establish standards or validate process requirements
• Apply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness
• Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, or product design, materials and parts
• Communicate manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, or other information to facilitate production processes
• Evaluate manufactured products according to specifications and quality standards
• Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations
• Investigate or resolve operational problems, such as material use variances or bottlenecks
• Estimate costs, production times, or staffing requirements for new designs
• Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering procedures
• Purchase equipment, materials, or parts
• Review product designs for manufacturability or completeness
• Prepare reports summarizing information or trends related to manufacturing performance
• Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing
• Ability to apply leadership skills for future team department growth
• Follow safety rules and keep clean/orderly work area
• Perform other duties as required or assigned

Qualification Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative of the education, certifications, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering (or similar areas of study) with controls focus preferably
• 5+ years of experience using automation system design
• Proven leadership experience
• Ability to coach, train others, delegate tasks
• Experience implementing automation and robotic equipment
• Experience troubleshooting and programming automation equipment
• Programming experience (preferably C#)
• Experience with Solidworks and CAD programs

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Solid understanding of computer programming and software development
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex automation system tests
• Creative thinking skills
• Ability to communicate well to other members of the team
• Organizational and team leadership skills
• Ability to execute work instructions accurately to others
• Good knowledge of hand and power tools
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Ability to do accurate work at a rapid pace
• Ability to work well independently as well as with other
• Have attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to proficiently read and write in English
• Ability to follow all safety rules
• Ability to work independently without guidance
• Advanced knowledge of machine operations
• Ability to read and understand a blueprint, tolerances, and drafting symbols related to machining
• Ability to write programs
• Ability to do machining problem solving
• Ability to solve tooling issues

Physical Demands

• Ability to work sedentary at a desk as well as on the production floor
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to lift, push, pull as needed
• Occasional travel potentially 3-4 times per year (as needed)
• Must be able to work on safety sensitive equipment including but not limited to high voltage electronics

Reporting Relationship(s):

Reports directly Vice President of Operations

Salary Description

Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.