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Manager Automation (Manufacturing)

HumCap, Inc.

Plano, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Automation, Automation Systems, Best Practices, Budgeting, Business Case, Capacity Management, Capital Equipment, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Concurrency, Concurrent Programming Language Family, Continuous Improvement, Conveyor Systems, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Dental Insurance, Develop and Maintain Customers, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electrical Components, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Feasibility Analysis, High Tech Industry, Industrial Engineering, Industry Standards, Internet of Things, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Automation, Manufacturing Management, Manufacturing Operations, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Optoelectronics, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Support, Product/Service Launch, Production Systems, Productivity Management, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project/Program Management, Quality Management, Research & Development (R&D), Return on Investment (ROI), Risk Management, Robotics, Safety/Work Safety, Software Engineering, Succession Planning, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Sustainability, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), Talent Management, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Testing, Time Management, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel, Workforce Planning
LOCATION
Plano, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title : Senior Manager Automation
Employment Classification : Regular Full-Time Exempt
Location : Plano, TX
About The Company: 
Our Cient is a global leader in electronic components and solutions, headquartered in Taiwan. Established in 1975, the company has built a strong reputation for innovation and manufacturing excellence across key areas such as power electronics, optoelectronics, automotive electronics, and cloud infrastructure solutions. our Client serves a diverse customer base worldwide, including top-tier technology companies, by delivering high-quality, reliable products that meet evolving industry standards and performance expectations.
With a strong emphasis on operational efficiency, quality management, and continuous innovation, our Client operates manufacturing and R&D facilities across Asia, Europe, and North America. The company is committed to sustainability, digital transformation, and advancing next-generation technologies while maintaining a customer-centric approach. Through its global footprint and engineering expertise, our Client continues to play a critical role in enabling modern electronics and supporting the growth of high-tech industries.
Key Responsibilities:
Automation Strategy & Leadership:
  • Define and execute the site and program-level automation roadmap aligned with Client's 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 (CAPEX) preferred.
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
Travel Requirement:
  • 10-15% travel, subject to change based on business needs.

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