BONUS, PENSION, LIFE ASSURANCE, HOLIDAYS, OTHER BENEFITS

My client, a market leader within their industry, is looking for an experienced Automation Lead to spearhead the Automation team within the business carrying projects that are key for the business in it’s continued growth in the market. This role involves orchestrating a team of highly skilled Automation professionals at a leading global manufacturer. An excellent role for a motivated individual looking to further their engineering career.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Experienced in robot programming
• Trained in PLC/HMI programming
• Experienced with 3D drawing packages and able to read/complete technical drawings.
• Experience of designing and implementing automation solutions on a small or large scale
• Natural leadership, team leading qualities and desire to help others around them
• Creative thinking
• Ability to analyse and improve production processes
• Excellent communication skills
• Hands on approach
• Excellent trouble shooting and analytical skills

ROLE DESCRIPTION

• To lead a team in delivering quality automation solutions with an agreed programme and cost framework
• Evaluation of existing manual/semi-automated processes, implementing new suggestions and strategy for improvement
• Continuous improvement of current packaging systems, ensuring team manages workload correctly
• Full control of projects involving both internal and external providers
• Modification and/or fabrication of parts to existing automation equipment for more flexibility.
• Train, mentor and develop the team where possible at all times