Key Responsibilities: 

• Research, identify, and utilize technologies to automate manufacturing processes
• Design and document new automation equipment and processes
• Develop project proposals and cost estimates for automation projects.
• Lead automation projects from initial concept/feasibility to full implementation on the production floor.
• Provide work guidance to automation technicians and team members.
• Simulate and analyze automation opportunities
• Develop clear and accurate documentation to support automation equipment and processes
• Generate reports for colleagues outlining new concepts, tests, and efficiency gains
• Develop and implement training programs to facilitate changes in programming, maintenance, or setup of automation equipment
• Troubleshoot new and existing automated processes or equipment when errors occur
• Advocate and implement the highest production standards and LEAN principles
• Communicate automation specifications to departments as needed
• Support software qualifications to comply with medical device requirements
• Maintain appropriate documentation for engineering and manufacturing process changes
• All other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation or Engineering with 5 years of experience, or an associate’s year degree with 8 years of practical automation experience
• Experience in the design and selection of complex automation solutions
• Experience with leading automation projects and implementing solutions into production.
• Equipment troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Self-starter with results-driven focus to modernize manufacturing processes
• Proficient PC skills in a Windows environment, especially word and excel
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Strong market knowledge of available automation equipment
• Ability to travel between sites as needed

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in a precision manufacturing environment
• Experience working within an ISO 13485 environment
• Flexible to work with different automation brands and languages
• Hands-on trouble shooting of manufacturing processes
• Strong electrical and controls background

Benefits Overview

Employees and their families are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package, including company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings accounts (HSA), voluntary benefits, supplemental life/AD&D insurance, and the company’s 401(k) plan. Additional benefits include access to an employee assistance program (EAP) for employees and household members, long-term disability coverage, and short-term disability for full-time employees.

Full-time and Part-time employees receive Paid Time Off (PTO) based on years of service, as well as paid holidays, personal holidays and MN Safe and Sick Time.