Automation Lead

Job TitleSince 1989 we have partnered with manufacturers as a seamless extension of their operation. This has allowed our clients to grow with minimal risk while maintaining the highest of standards.Ask our customers what they like about us and chances are they will talk about our commitment to our core values of reputation, people, and growth.We are strategically located across North America, aligned with flexible resources, and equipped with innovative technology to bring you the ultimate in supply-chain efficiency.ResponsibilitiesContinuously evaluate new and emerging warehouse automation technologies and determine practical applications for manual operationsStay current on trends in robotics, AI-based picking, vision systems, warehouse control systems, and IIoTChallenge "the way it's always been done" by introducing scalable, proven automation conceptsDesign automation solutions suitable for automotive parts environments, including mixed SKUs, irregular packaging, sequence-sensitive material flows, and high inventory accuracy requirementsSupport just-in-time (JIT) and just-in-sequence (JIS) logistics modelsImprove dock-to-stock time, pick accuracy, order cycle time, and line-side delivery performanceWork closely with warehouse operations, IT/OT, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure automation solutions are adopted and sustainedSupport integration between automation systems and WMS/WCS/ERP platformsDevelop SOPs, training materials, and maintenance documentation for newly automated systemsTrain and support operators and maintenance teams during transition from manual to automated processesLead engagement with automation vendors, OEMs, and system integratorsEvaluate proposals, layouts, simulations, and technical designsEnsure solutions meet operational, safety, and automotive customer compliance requirementsAssess existing manual warehouse operations, workflows, and material flows to identify automation opportunitiesAnalyze labor-intensive, repetitive, and high-risk tasks and develop automation roadmapsPartner with operations leadership to prioritize automation initiatives based on ROI, safety, and throughput impactLead end-to-end automation projects, from concept and business case development through design, installation, commissioning, and handoverImplement automation solutions including conveyors, sortation, AS/RS, robotic palletizing/depalletizing, piece-picking systems, AMRs/AGVs, and automated scanning and inspectionSupport startup, debugging, throughput validation, and stabilization of newly automated processesEnsure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within approved capital budgetsAll other duties as assignedWe thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.