Technical Leader – Material Movement Automation

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Direct the creation and implementation of Material Movement Automation solutions across manufacturing and distribution sites in North America.

• Collaborate with mill, functional, vendor, contractor, and third-party logistics teams to design and deploy safe and effective automation solutions.

• Assist in formulating the automation strategy for the North American Supply Chain and manage the capital appropriation process for automation investments.

• Act as a subject matter expert on automation systems while building and disseminating technical expertise throughout the organization.

• Lead cross-functional design discussions involving Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Logistics, EHS, and IT.

• Convert automation opportunities and innovations into quantifiable business results, including operational enhancements and cost reductions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with over 8 years of relevant experience, or equivalent applicable experience without a degree.

• Proficiency in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or Mechatronics.

• Proven ability to apply engineering knowledge to execute process and capacity enhancements in capital or expense projects.

• A record of successful performance in achieving objectives and implementing effective Ways of Working.

• Strong ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.

• Flexibility to work in a distribution or manufacturing environment that operates 24/7.

• Willingness to travel more than 50% of the time.

• Preferred: Over 10 years of experience in a mix of engineering, operations, and/or leadership roles.

• Preferred: Knowledge of Tissue and Diaper manufacturing technologies or high-speed manufacturing processes.

• Preferred: Proven experience in developing innovative technologies and addressing production challenges with creative solutions.

• Preferred: Familiarity with Automation technologies and/or Automated Guided Vehicles.

• Preferred: Experience with robotic solutions.

• Preferred: Knowledge of capital project management, including equipment installations and start-ups.

• Preferred: Evidence of ongoing self-improvement and development.

• Must possess authorization to work in the United States; relocation support is not available.

🏝️ Benefits

• Target bonus eligibility.

• 401(k) plan.

• Profit Sharing plan.

• Comprehensive benefits suite.