Automation Supervisor

The Automation Supervisor provides operational and systemic support to the manufacturing and automation teams. This position work directly with the operation to troubleshoot problems or issues that arise, identify enhancements for the systems or processes that automated machinery is performing, and apply continuous improvement philosophy to improve the overall workflow efficiency and standardization. This position is responsible to manage the Automation Specialists in the Arcadia, Wisconsin manufacturing plant on 2nd shift. Responsibilities include:
Work with management and automation systems to ensure operation of autonomous machinery is meeting the business need.
Physically interact with automation machinery to ensure proper operation.
Troubleshoot systemic and operational issues arising from change order adjustments or enhancements; determine the root cause of the issue and/or work with IT as necessary to resolve.
Collaborate with the distribution and fulfillment center management to determine key performance indicators for automated processes.
Collaborate with operations management and end users to assist in the implementation of process improvement initiatives to increase productivity and safety, as well as reduce cost and waste, in all operational processes.
Assist with the development and maintenance of departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs); notify appropriate personnel and assist with training as necessary.
Work collaboratively with the distribution center training personnel to ensure all training materials are created, updated, and rolled out to appropriate locations. Follow the established audit system to validate the training has been completed.
Gather and analyze data from the system to define issues or needed enhancements and work collaboratively to develop recommendations for solutions and/or improvements.
Work directly with internal and external systems testing resource(s) to validate all new code. Ensure positive outcome of testing or make recommendations to appropriate personnel to modify new code for successful launch.
Conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure system enhancements meet the objectives; log errors and/or defects and provide feedback as appropriate.
Make employment decisions and/or recommendations on hiring, improvement plans, transfers, promotions, corrective actions, terminations, pay adjustments, etc.
Coordinate and manage the work of employees by directing members of the team to meet the areas goals. Audit regularly to ensure standard operating procedures are being adhered to.
Manage employee performance and assist employees in making improvements to their performance through coaching, mentoring and administering performance reviews. Recommend, plan and/or implement employee training and skill development activities.
Audit, maintain and ensure employee time-keeping and absentee records are accurate.
Communicate company and departmental issues and goals and facilitate employee growth and development through weekly team meetings, regular individual employee meetings, coaching, training, and company-offered learning opportunities.
Manage resources to optimize equipment, facilities, employees, methods and materials.

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- Technical Expertise:
o Strong understanding of automation systems and autonomous machinery.
o Proficiency in troubleshooting systemic and operational issues.
o Experience with User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and systems testing.
o Proficiency in PLC programming, specifically with the Siemens platform.
- Operational Skills:
o Ability to physically interact with and ensure proper operation of automation machinery.
o Knowledge of process improvement methodologies to enhance productivity and safety.
o Experience in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Analytical Skills:
o Ability to gather and analyze data to identify issues or needed enhancements.
o Strong problem-solving skills to determine root causes and develop solutions.
- Leadership and Management:
o Experience managing a team, including making employment decisions and conducting performance reviews.
o Ability to coach, mentor, and develop employees.
o Strong organizational skills to manage resources and optimize equipment, facilities, and methods.
- Continuous Improvement:
o Commitment to applying continuous improvement philosophy to enhance workflow efficiency and standardization.
o Ability to implement process improvement initiatives to reduce cost and waste.

- Experience working with robots

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.