Automation Engineer (Warehouse)

Job description

Warehouse Automation Engineer — Multi-Plant (PA/GA) Company: Consumer Products Manufacturer: Locations: Lewistown, PA • McElhattan, PA • Macon, GA Travel: Up to 50% (typically lower if PA-based; PA plants are ~1 hour apart) Role Overview: Own the design, improvement, and execution of warehouse material flow and automation across three plants . You’ll lead projects from concept through commissioning, driving safety, throughput, accuracy, and cost performance. What You’ll Do: - Lead multi-site projects for robots , material handling systems (conveyors/sorters/ASRS/AMR/AGV), and warehouse automation (WES/WCS integrations). - Develop warehouse system layouts and process flows; model capacity, buffers, and labor/cycle times. - Program/troubleshoot PLCs and coordinate controls integration with OEMs and site maintenance. - Drive continuous improvement using Lean/Six Sigma; set KPIs (throughput, OEE, pick accuracy, dwell time) and deliver measurable gains. - Manage vendors, timelines, and budgets; execute FAT/SAT, startup, and change management. - Coach site teams; standardize best practices and preventative maintenance routines across plants. Requirements: Must-Have Qualifications: - Stro...