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Automation Engineer

Zip-Pak is the global leader in resealable solutions for the flexible packaging industry, operating in over 50 countries with a team of more than 350 dedicated professionals. We combine deep technical expertise, innovation, and a commitment to customer success to deliver high-performance packaging solutions used around the world.

Our culture is built on collaboration, continuous improvement, and delivering real results—for our customers and our people.

We're looking for a hands-on Automation Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Atlanta. In this role, you'll play a critical part in designing, optimizing, and supporting automated systems that drive the production of our high-quality zipper products.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, working directly with production equipment, and making a measurable impact on performance, reliability, and efficiency.

You'll also have the opportunity to collaborate across multiple North American facilities, with occasional travel to support automation initiatives in the Chicagoland area.

Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and control systems for extrusion and downstream equipment

Optimize automation across production lines to improve uptime, performance, and product quality

Diagnose and resolve electrical and controls issues to minimize downtime

Partner closely with production and maintenance teams to enhance operational performance

Drive and support capital projects, from concept through implementation

Support equipment installations, upgrades, and commissioning across multiple facilities

Analyze production data to identify trends and implement process improvements

Provide training and technical guidance to operations and maintenance teams

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation within a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and Codesys platforms
• Strong troubleshooting skills in electrical and control systems
• Knowledge of industrial components such as sensors, drives, motion control, vision systems, and industrial networks (e.g., Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings

Experience in plastic extrusion or continuous manufacturing environments

Experience managing or supporting engineering projects

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures

Occasional off-shift or on-call support may be required

Work on impactful automation projects that directly influence manufacturing performance

Make a visible, measurable impact on operations and innovation

If you're passionate about automation, enjoy hands-on engineering work, and want to be part of a global industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.