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Automation Associate Manager

HumCap

  • Plano, TX
  • 4 days ago

    Highlights

    Project & Program Management: Lead end to end automation projects from concept, feasibility, and ROI analysis through design, build, validation, and handover to production. Proven track record of successfully delivering end-to-end automation projects with measurable improvements in efficiency, cost reduction, and quality.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationPlano, TX

    Description

    Automation Strategy & Leadership:
    • Define and execute the site and program level automation roadmap aligned with Lite On global manufacturing strategy.
    • Identify high impact automation opportunities across assembly, test, material handling, packaging, and inspection processes.
    • Lead automation technology selection, standardization, and best practice deployment.


    Project & Program Management:
    • Lead end to end automation projects from concept, feasibility, and ROI analysis through design, build, validation, and handover to production.
    • Manage multiple concurrent automation programs with clear timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation plans.
    • Ensure projects meet safety, quality, performance, and cost objectives.


    Technical Oversight:
    • Oversee automation system architecture including robotics, PLCs, vision systems, conveyors, testers, and MES/ERP integration.
    • Provide technical guidance to automation, controls, and software engineering teams.
    • Ensure automation solutions are robust, scalable, and maintainable.


    Manufacturing & Operations Support:
    • Partner with Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure automation supports throughput, yield, and uptime goals.
    • Drive reduction in labor dependency, cycle time, defects, and operational variation.
    • Support new product introductions (NPI) and production ramp ups with automated solutions.


    Cost & Performance Improvement:
    • Deliver measurable improvements in productivity, labor efficiency, yield, and cost per unit through automation investment.
    • Track automation KPIs including ROI, OEE improvement, cycle time reduction, and system uptime.
    • Control capital expenditures and justify investments through data driven business cases.


    People Leadership & Capability Building:
    • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of automation, controls, and engineering professionals.
    • Build internal automation capabilities and knowledge sharing across sites.
    • Support talent development, succession planning, and workforce upskilling.


    Qualifications and Requirements:
    • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field;Master’s degree preferred.
    • 10–12+ years of experience in manufacturing automation or industrial engineering, preferably in electronics or high-volume manufacturing environments.
    • 7+ years of leadership experience managing automation teams, projects, and cross-functional initiatives.
    • Strong hands-on experience in:
    • Factory automation, robotics, and process optimization.
    • PLC programming, SCADA systems, and industrial controls.
    • Vision systems, robotics integration, and smart manufacturing technologies.
    • Proven track record of successfully delivering end-to-end automation projects with measurable improvements in efficiency, cost reduction, and quality.
    • Experience supporting new product introduction (NPI) and scaling automation solutions in production environments.
    • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
    • Ability to lead capacity planning, line design, and automation strategy for manufacturing operations.
    • Experience collaborating with global teams, suppliers, and equipment vendors for automation deployment.
    • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills.
    • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership.
    • Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies (IoT, data analytics, digital manufacturing) is a strong plus.
    • Experience in cost justification, ROI analysis, and capital equipment planning

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