Automation Associate Manager

Full-time

HumCap LP

Plano, TX

Automation Strategy & Leadership:

Define and execute the site and program‑level automation roadmap aligned with Lite‑On 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

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