Manufacturing Automation Assistant Manager (Shakopee, MN- Onsite)

Manufacturing Automation Assistant ManagerKEB is seeking a Manufacturing Automation Assistant Manager as our company continues to grow!The Manufacturing Automation Assistant Manager plays a key role in supporting and guiding the Manufacturing Automation Team. This position is hands-on and highly collaborative, working with advanced technologies to monitor, control, and improve production processes. The role will assist in designing, programming, simulating, and testing automated machinery and systems to ensure accurate, efficient, and reliable execution of manufacturing tasks.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.Design layout of equipment or workspaces to achieve maximum efficiencyDesign, install, or troubleshoot manufacturing equipmentDesign testing methods and test finished products or process capabilities to establish standards or validate process requirementsApply continuous improvement methods such as lean manufacturing to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectivenessIdentify opportunities or implement changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, or product design, materials and partsCommunicate manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, or other information to facilitate production processesEvaluate manufactured products according to specifications and quality standardsIncorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operationsInvestigate or resolve operational problems, such as material use variances or bottlenecksEstimate costs, production times, or staffing requirements for new designsPrepare documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering proceduresPurchase equipment, materials, or partsReview product designs for manufacturability or completenessPrepare reports summarizing information or trends related to manufacturing performanceProvide technical expertise or support related to manufacturingAbility to apply leadership skills for future team department growthFollow safety rules and keep clean/orderly work areaPerform other duties as required or assigned** Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, responsibilities, or other requirements that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**Qualification RequirementsThe ideal candidate is a problem-solver with strong technical expertise, a passion for automation, and the ability to lead and support a high-performing team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.The requirements listed below are representative of the education, certifications, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.Education / ExperienceBachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering (or similar areas of study) with controls focus preferably5+ years of experience using automation system designProven leadership experienceAbility to coach, train others, delegate tasksExperience implementing automation and robotic equipmentExperience troubleshooting and programming automation equipmentProgramming experience (preferably C#)Experience with Solidworks and CAD programsKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesSolid understanding of computer programming and software developmentAbility to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex automation system testsCreative thinking skillsAbility to communicate well to other members of the teamOrganizational and team leadership skillsAbility to execute work instructions accurately to othersGood knowledge of hand and power toolsExcellent manual dexterityAbility to do accurate work at a rapid paceAbility to work well independently as well as with othersHave attention to detailAbility to multi-taskAbility to proficiently read and write in EnglishAbility to follow all safety rulesAbility to work independently without guidanceAdvanced knowledge of machine operationsAbility to read and understand a blueprint, tolerances, and drafting symbols related to machiningAbility to write programsAbility to do machining problem solvingAbility to solve tooling issuesPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to work sedentary at a desk as well as on the production floorAbility to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to lift, push, pull as neededOccasional travel potentially 3-4 times per year (as needed)Must be able to work on safety sensitive equipment including but not limited to high voltage electronicsReporting Relationships:Reports directly to Manufacturing Automation Manager