Manufacturing Programs Manager – Automation & Integration

• Lead the portfolio of automation and integration programs supporting AGV/AMR deployment, material conveyance, robotics, controls integration, and smart factory initiatives across fab, weld, paint, and assembly
• Establish standards for automation and integration projects, including controls architecture, data protocols, cybersecurity, safety interlocks, and validation criteria
• Manage deployment of AGVs, AMRs, and automated material handling systems
• Oversee integration of PLCs, robotics, SCADA, and HMI with ERP, MES, and WMS systems
• Define and execute smart factory roadmaps connecting equipment, sensors, and automation systems to data platforms
• Design secure, scalable IT/OT network architectures with IT/Business Technology
• Lead vendor selection, procurement, installation, commissioning, and validation
• Coordinate control system, PLC/SCADA programming, and change management standards
• Ensure automation systems meet safety and quality requirements
• Define and track automation KPIs and provide executive-level reporting
• Lead and develop automation project managers, controls engineers, or integration specialists
• Evaluate new automation hardware, software, AI/ML capabilities, and predictive maintenance tools
• Support Design for Automation and Design for Manufacturability initiatives
• Evaluate technology, vendor, and integration options using structured decision-making methods
• Support Lean and continuous improvement through real-time production data and scenario analysis
• Champion change management and training for operations teams
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

• Bachelor's degree required in engineering, industrial engineering, manufacturing, computer science, controls engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, automation engineering, controls integration, or related field
• Significant experience with AGVs, AMRs, robotics, conveyors, PLCs, SCADA, and HMI in production environments
• Demonstrated experience integrating ERP, MES, WMS, or similar enterprise systems in manufacturing
• Proven track record leading cross-functional programs spanning automation deployment, controls integration, and IT/OT convergence
• Ability to travel 0–25%
• Ability to work Monday through Friday between 7 am and 5 pm
• Employment contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test

Demonstrates expertise in leading automation and integration programs, with a strong focus on AGV/AMR deployment, controls integration, and smart factory initiatives. Proficient in establishing standards for automation projects and managing cross-functional teams to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in manufacturing environments.

• AGV/AMR Deployment
• Controls Integration
• PLC/SCADA Programming
• ERP/MES/WMS Integration
• Automation Project Management

• Automation Engineering
• Robotics
• Data Protocols
• Cybersecurity
• Controls Architecture
• Material Handling Systems
• Change Management
• KPI Tracking
• Predictive Maintenance
• Lean Manufacturing

• Leadership
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Change Management
• Training and Development
• Decision-Making

• Smart Factory
• Manufacturing
• Automation
• Integration Programs
• Continuous Improvement
• Safety Standards
• Quality Requirements
• Vendor Selection
• Procurement
• Installation and Commissioning

• HMI
• SCADA
• PLC
• ERP Systems
• MES Systems
• WMS Systems
• IT/OT Network Architectures
• Automation Software
• AI/ML Capabilities
• Production Data Analysis