Robotics & Automation Lead — Hands-on Projects

Creo-Group; Sardis (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Creo-Group in Sardis, MS, is seeking a Robotics & Automation Technician to maintain and optimize automation systems across production operations, combining hands-on engineering with project management. You will lead automation projects from concept through implementation and participate in the automation steering committee.

Collaborating with engineering, maintenance and production teams, you will manage vendor relationships, document updates, and training to ensure safe, efficient operations

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with proven troubleshooting abilities.
• Experience in managing automation or engineering projects, including vendor and contractor coordination.
• Excellent organizational, documentation and communication skills (technical and cross-functional).
• Ability to work both hands-on and in a leadership/project management capacity.
• Experience with plastic injection molding automation systems preferred.
• Familiarity with PLC programming, vision systems and/or collaborative robotics preferred.
• Continuous improvement or lean manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily checks, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance on robotic and automated systems to minimize downtime and ensure consistent production performance.
• Install, maintain, and document automation and control system updates.
• Design and build end-of-arm tooling or other automation fixtures as needed.
• Support production teams by training on proper use and care of automation equipment.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment and actively participate in safety programs.
• Identify opportunities for new automation projects and process improvements, including cost-benefit analysis and ROI justification.
• Serve as a key member of the automation steering committee, contributing to the development of long-term automation strategy.
• Manage automation and robotics projects from concept to completion, including scope definition, budgeting, vendor selection, installation and validation.
• Coordinate and communicate with vendors for quoting, repairs, preventative maintenance, training and technical support.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, maintenance and production teams to ensure seamless integration of new automation equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Project management

Vendor coordination

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics or Automation Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

Vision systems

Robotics hardware

Automation systems

Job description

Creo-Group in Sardis, MS, is seeking a Robotics & Automation Technician to maintain and optimize automation systems across production operations, combining hands-on engineering with project management. You will lead automation projects from concept through implementation and participate in the automation steering committee.

Collaborating with engineering, maintenance and production teams, you will manage vendor relationships, document updates, and training to ensure safe, efficient operations