Jabil
AutomationManager
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“Automation Manager at Jabil. Skills: Automation, Test equipment, Leadership, Project management. Manage automation engineering activities. Lead automation engineering projects”
What You'll Achieve.
Support operational excellence; Improve Workcell performance; Meet Workcell KPIs; Meet operational metrics
Industry & Context.
Root cause analysis; Corrective actions; Problem-solving skills
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required (Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or related), Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience in automation, test engineering, or manufacturing engineering, Proven experience in a leadership role managing Automation teams, Experience working with complex automated manufacturing equipment, Proven experience on CAPEX management, ROI and technical risk assessment, leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
What You'll Do.
Manage automation engineering activities
Lead automation engineering projects
Coordinate with customers and suppliers
Ensure timely technical support
Drive departmental strategy
Develop team competencies
Ensure compliance with standards
Respond to production issues
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate with customers and suppliers; Participate in plant-level strategic planning
Communication Scope
Develop and review technical proposals and justifications prior to customer presentation
Process & Methodology
Oversee automation and test equipment projects, Develop and review technical proposals, Manage departmental budgets
Full Job Description
At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe. **SUMMARY** Through subordinate staff, manages and directs automation engineering activities including the design, development, transfer, validation, and continuous improvement of automated and test equipment. Responsible for leading automation engineering projects, coordinating with customers and suppliers, and ensuring timely technical support for production equipment performance issues. Drives departmental strategy, team development, and continuous improvement initiatives to support operational excellence and Workcell performance. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** · Plans and manages staffing requirements based on Workcell needs. · Leads, develops, and evaluates automation engineering personnel, including performance management and development plans. · Oversees automation and test equipment projects from concept through implementation and validation. · Coordinates with customers and suppliers to define optimal automation solutions. · Develops and reviews technical proposals and justifications prior to customer presentation. · Manages the development, transfer, improvement, and validation of automated/test equipment. · Provides technical leadership, guidance, and training to automation and test engineering teams. · Establishes and manages departmental budgets, including forecasting and variance analysis. · Maintains organizational structure and workforce planning for the automation engineering team. · Participates in pl
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