Senior Automation Engineering Manager

Rich Products Corporation

United States

Remote

USD 152,000 - 229,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

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Job summary

Rich Products Corporation, a family-owned food company, seeks a Senior Engineering Manager - Automation to define long-term packaging technology strategies and lead breakthrough automation initiatives. You will partner with R&D to develop new packaging materials, drive cost savings, and manage capital projects across multiple US plants.

The role requires 15+ years in packing/automation, strong leadership, and hands-on experience with robotics, machine vision, and control systems.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of fifteen (15) years of demonstrated experience in packing/process engineering, packaging technology engineering, robotics, or related disciplines.
Demonstrated experience collaborating with Packaging R&D in development, validation, and commercialization of new packaging solutions and innovative materials.
Experience leading teams of engineers, OEMs, suppliers, and contractors in development and implementation of new technologies.
Experience applying TPM and Lean Manufacturing methodologies to support vertical start-ups.
Demonstrated success transforming manufacturing operations through automation, standardization, and problem solving.
Ability to travel as required to support commitments.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar design software.

Responsibilities

Envision and lead cross-category packaging technology initiatives.
Oversee multiple projects from discovery through start-up and implementation.
Coach and develop engineering project managers across the organization.
Partner with Operations and R&D to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.
Drive material and equipment interaction efficiencies and standardized designs.