Smart Factory Technician: Automation & Data

ZF Group; Gray Court (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ZF Group in Gray Court, SC is seeking an IT Team Lead / Supervisor within the Smart Factory/Industry 4.0 program to implement software solutions and drive digitalization across the plant. You will mentor a team of technicians, coordinate automation projects, and ensure secure production IT practices while collaborating with engineering and operations.

This role emphasizes hands-on PLC connectivity, data visualization, and continuous improvement of shop floor systems to optimize manufacturing

Qualifications

• 4-6+ years of related experience in product development/testing and/or automotive service / Basic knowledge of suspension technology
• Ability to read and understand component and blue print drawings
• Strong mechanical experience with solid problem-solving/analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Smart Factory/Industry 4.0 initiatives across the plant
• Assist with PLC connectivity, controller configuration, and data exchange between shop floor systems
• Develop and maintain low-code/no-code data solutions for manufacturing data visualization
• Support deployment, commissioning, upgrades, and maintenance of shop floor automation
• Ensure Production IT security by following established standards and procedures
• Collaborate with engineering to implement validated data connections between equipment and digital factory solutions
• Provide first-level technical support for automation systems and shop floor technologies
• Contribute to continuous improvement through data analysis and corrective actions

Skills

Reading drawings

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Education

Associate's Degree in Engineering or related field

Automotive Servicing Trade school completion

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Dial indicators

Roehrig Shock dynamometers

Sachs SP testers

Job description

ZF Group in Gray Court, SC is seeking an IT Team Lead / Supervisor within the Smart Factory/Industry 4.0 program to implement software solutions and drive digitalization across the plant. You will mentor a team of technicians, coordinate automation projects, and ensure secure production IT practices while collaborating with engineering and operations.

This role emphasizes hands-on PLC connectivity, data visualization, and continuous improvement of shop floor systems to optimize manufacturing