the world today. Colson Group's unique and proprietary global footprint provides available services and capabilities unmatched by any other manufacturer. Colson Group USA is seeking a Sr. Automation Engineer for the St. Joseph location. The Sr. Automation Engineer supports efforts and plans to coordinate the quality control program designed to ensure continuous production consistent with established standards for Colson Group worldwide.
A proven hands-on and metrics-driven approach to drive results in a multi-cultural environment is a critical success factor. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title Sr. Automation Engineer Company Colson Group USAReports to Director of Manufacturing Objectives of the
role: Based in the USA this position will oversee and support the functions for advancing and implementing new manufacturing automation technologies at Colson operation facilities.
This role demands a high level of hands on engineering background in advanced automation and manufacturing technology with exceptional management and communication skill. This will be a leadership by direction role and require teamwork with both Colson employees and the leadership team to innovate and create strategic business initiatives that align with the overall company goals. To be successful candidate this role requires an understanding of automation assembly equipment along with their associated tooling.
A strong background in machinery specifying, purchasing and installation as well as LEAN practices are a must.
This role will be at the forefront of developing and implementing new manufacturing automation technologies for Colson. To do this successfully this will require: establishing the capital and expense budget estimates; determining impact to the existing manufacturing footprint; developing a supporting equipment supply base; defining and documenting potential benefits and Return on Investment; presenting project business case; project management to completion. Key Areas of Responsibility: Leading organization in an automation strategy in planning, development, and execution.
Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and linkage to Product Engineering & NPI Programs. Drive continuous improvement in key automation processes; at distribution centers and manufacturing locations. Leverage Lean principles to drive the design and execution of new manufacturing processes, methodologies and equipment layouts to improve overall equipment effectiveness and material flow. Build organizational competency in automation, and ensure step-level changes towards delivering global strategy. Develop advanced assembly machinery and techniques for both manufacturing and distribution locations to optimize quality, throughput and quick changeover.
Establish a common system of engineered standards to be applied globally for established manufacturing labor standards. Standards based on widely accepted manufacturing standards systems like MTM (motion time measurements). Establish common standards for specifying, quoting and purchasing machinery and tooling to facilitate commonality in like machinery, tooling and practices to be executed. Work with outside suppliers to source machinery, tooling and gages. Accountable to acquire and manage the associated capital equipment for new or existing automation solutions from conception through to formal production handoff at the selected operation locations.
Maintain communication with all team members and leadership team to ensure direct and timely closure to all projects Key Working Relationships: VP Global Engineering Product Engineering Team Plant Based Manufacturing/Operations Quality Team Plant based leadership International Tooling & Machinery Manufacturers Plant based sustaining Engineering team Knowledge/experience/skills/personal attributes ESSENTIALDESIRABLE1Minimum of 2 years experience working with automation equipment.
1Bachelors degree in Engineering (Automation, Process Control, Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Science2Mechanical / Technical Diploma / Degree or equivalent experience in Automation.2Knowledge of stamping, welding, and product assembly 3Experience with PLCs and robotic equipment 3Significant knowledge in state-of-the art manufacturing process technology, product development, quality and continuous improvement methods4Strong project management skills4Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously using 5Good writing, documentation, organizational and presentation skills.6Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of tools, Specifically Word, Excel, Power Point, MS Project Physical Demands Ability to work in a variety of positions (bending, kneeling and crouching) to gain access to the lower areas of machines in the facility.
Ability to climb stairs to gain access to upper levels of the facility. Ability to carry material, fixtures, tools, equipment weighing up to 60 pounds. Finger dexterity sufficient to use standard measuring equipment and a computer. Visual acuity sufficient to use standard measuring equipment and a computer, and to read written material.
Domestic & International Travel as required Work Environment Various inside locations (Including international locations) with varying temperatures and floor surfaces.
