Director of Automation - Grand Rapids, United States - Challenge Mfg. Company

Challenge Mfg. Company Grand Rapids, United States

1 week ago

Description

Who We Are:
Challenge is a leading employee-owned tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry. Challenge fosters a culture of collaboration, diversity, and innovation. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas combined with the teamwork of industry experts allow us to accomplish any challenge.

Our team members take pride in the work we do every day and they are the true driving force in our operations.

Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One of the many benefits of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program. This program allows Challenge to give shares of the Company to all employee-owners annually. These shares are an additional retirement benefit that will continue to grow during your time at Challenge. Being part of an ESOP means our employee-owners share in Challenge's success
Challenge is

#EmployeeOwned and

#QualityDriven We are #OneChallenge

Who We Want:

The Director of Automation will be responsible for helping define and update the long-term technology roadmap of the company and leading a talented group of engineers across hardware and software disciplines to develop and design automation solutions.

This role will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) within our existing and future operations.

This leader will influence and direct the overall assessment, maintenance, and upgrading of the current automation and control infrastructure.

He or She will combine fundamental controls and process engineering knowledge with recent advances in automation to deliver creative solutions that solve real-world manufacturing problems.

This person will work to locate external emerging and novel technologies and vet their performance to solve business needs.

What You'll Do:
Review vendor automation systems specifications / scope documentation and validate systems design with Integrator
Initiate and lead automation systems obsolescence conversions
Create, automation sequence of operation, process flow diagram, and ensure design meets requirement
Design/overview system layouts, schematics, and control devices
Drives the right technology choices for automation and presents the technology roadmap for both immediate and long-term growth
Combines deep process engineering understanding and machine learning capability to create scalable controls and manufacturing solutions
Takes the business problems and derives to a technology solution that may encompass one or more products and services, ensuring it aligns with business objectives and fits into the technology roadmap of the organization
Responsible for the development of the standard software and hardware architecture(s) for all automation projects and will work with multiple teams for coordinated implementation
Develops and implements the manufacturing vision, strategy/technology roadmap that supports the convergence of Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
Mobilize leadership to develop and prioritize digital transformation roadmap across functions (Operations, R&D, Quality, Planning, and Logistics)
Lead and drive implementation of Industry 4.0 / IIoT solutions including taking the lead on technical design, development, and validation of a variety of IIoT proof-of-concept use-cases
Manage automation group, process control, manufacturing execution system (MES) and resources according to corporate strategies, standards and specifications.
Continuously improve the operation, driving innovation, including the utilization of new technology and automation with effective utilization of capital and return on investment
Develop strategic operating procedures that support business objectives and evaluate new or improved operating methods, technology, equipment, facility design, and layout
Exhibit leadership qualities that move the business forward through the collective talents and efforts of self and others
Demonstrate data as strategic asset within respective business functions
Coordinate and prioritize digitalization initiatives across the operations business

When and Where:
This will be a 830AM-5PM M-F position located at our Corporate Office in Walker, MI.

What You Need to Have:
Minimum of aBachelor's Degree; or related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
5+ years of experience in manufacturing industries with a strong focus on automation and controls design
BSME with 10 years of industry and engineering experience preferred
5 years of minimum experience in engineering management preferred
Experience in development of distributed, networked control systems, especially Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions
Lean or six sigma experiences (green or black belt certified preferred)
Knowledge of engineering principles and techniques related to automotive assembly or joining
Ability to apply sound engineering principles to operational and design issues
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability
Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment
Has high standards of performance for self
Takes responsibility for actions, results, and mistakes
Is thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and completing job tasks; demonstrates honesty and integrity in all aspects of work
Takes positive action to objectively resolve conflict by listening, staying focused on issue to find resolution, and monitoring progress
Maintains positive relationships by constructively resolving conflicts
Uses feedback from others to continuously improve performance and work relationships
Moves within own and/or other work areas (flexes) to support plant flow
Works with sense of urgency to meet needs of customers
Has necessary experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all aspects of job; rotates through all job responsibilities
Maintains knowledge and skills to perform job effectively
Has ability to focus on benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive/objective manner; views change as learning opportunity
Looks for good in others; works collaboratively with others; shares information and knowledge
Leads by example in all aspects of the job

What We Offer:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Account with annual employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, Company-Paid Short-Term Disability and Basic Life, Voluntary Life and LTD, Employer 401k Match, ESOP shares, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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