Automation Manager

Located in Greenwood, IN

Salary: $90,000-$120,000

Automation Manager – Manufacturing

Location: Franklin, Indiana Compensation: $90,000–$120,000 base + Bonus, Relocation Assistance Available, and Amazing Low-Cost Employee Benefits.

Position Overview

The Automation Manager leads the design, development, implementation, and ongoing support of automated systems across a high-volume manufacturing environmen. This role also oversees automation related to material handling, conveyors, and AGV technology. The Automation Manager ensures reliable, efficient, and safe operation of robotics, PLCs, vision systems, and auxiliary equipment to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for driving automation strategy, supporting daily operations, and developing the technical capabilities of the automation team.

Key Responsibilities

Automation Systems & Equipment

• Develop, install, and optimize automation systems for injection molding and secondary operations
• Manage and support robotics, conveyors, AGVs, end-of-arm tooling, and automated equipment
• Lead troubleshooting, diagnostics, and root-cause analysis to minimize downtime
• Maintain documentation, programs, and backups for PLCs, HMIs, robots, and control systems
• Ensure all automation equipment meets safety, quality, and environmental standards

Process Improvement & Strategy

• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to identify automation opportunities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and reliability
• Develop automation cost analyses and ROI justifications for capital projects
• Evaluate new automation technologies and work with vendors/integrators on system upgrades

Leadership & Training

• Supervise, mentor, and train automation technicians and maintenance staff
• Support onboarding and skill development for new technologies and systems
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and technical excellence

Maintenance & Reliability

• Create and manage preventive maintenance schedules for automated systems
• Support long-term reliability planning for robotics, controls, and material-handling systems

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Automation Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of automation management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
• Experience with robotics and machine integration
• Knowledge of AGV systems, conveyor technology, sensors, pneumatics, and end-of-arm tooling
• Proven leadership and project management skills
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication abilities
• Experience with lean manufacturing and data-driven process improvement

 

How to apply: Email me your resume at Erin.Ricke@expresspros.com or call me at 317-300-9501 Monday-Friday between 8am-5pm. Visit our office in person: 201 S. Emerson Ave. Greenwood, IN 46143

About Us: Serving South Central Indiana, The Specialized Recruiting Group specializes in Contract and Direct Hire placements in Industrial Leadership, Engineering, Accounting and Finance, and Skilled Manufacturing. There are no fees for our services; we are a Human Resource Solutions company assisting businesses in finding top talent. We have been hired directly by our companies to find them the best candidate for the job!

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