Global Factory Automation Lead

Posted: Thursday, 20 March 2025
Valid Thru: Saturday, 19 April 2025
Index Requested on: 03/21/2025 01:30:19
Indexed on: 03/21/2025 01:30:19

Location: Marshalltown, IA, 50158, US

Industry: Manufacturing - Other
Occupational Category: 19-0000.00 - Life, Physical and Social Science
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Emerson is hiring!

Description:

Are you ready to lead the future of factory automation? We’re looking for a dynamic leader to drive digitalization and physical automation across our global production processes. In this role, you’ll lead automation projects that enhance manufacturing efficiency, optimize workflows, and integrate seamlessly with Oracle Business Systems. You’ll collaborate across a matrix organization, influencing change and standardizing best practices to ensure a high-performing, technology-driven manufacturing environment. If you have a drive for innovation, continuous improvement, and transforming production through innovative automation, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact!

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

  • Drive automation to enhance safety, manufacturing efficiency, and production workflows.
  • Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve manufacturing execution and business operations.
  • Coordinate across global sites to resolve production issues and drive operational excellence.
  • Develop data-driven solutions using reporting and predictive analytics.
  • Ensure adherence to standard methodologies by auditing processes and standardizing successful solutions globally.
  • Collaborate with team members to define improvement priorities, ROI, and process enhancements.
  • Lead process improvement projects from planning to execution, ensuring successful implementation.
  • Optimize inventory strategies through Warehouse Management Systems and Cycle Count Programs.
  • Integrate and improve systems for Quality Assurance, Compliance, and Customer Service visibility.
Who You Are:
You identify and seize new opportunities. You focus efforts on continuous improvement; and have a knack for identifying and seizing opportunities for synergy and integration. You experiment with a wide range of existing technologies while applying new and emerging options that can enhance organizational outcomes.
For This Role, You Will Need:
  • Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field
  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or engineering within a production environment
  • Experience in automation, industrial engineering, and production control systems
  • Proficiency in data analytics and manufacturing processes
  • Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills
  • Proven ability to manage projects, influence change, and prioritize effectively
  • Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and adapt to shifting priorities
  • Legal Authorization to work in the US - sponsorship will not be provided
Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:
  • MBA preferred

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Learn more about our Culture & Values.

Our Location:

Marshalltown, Iowa, combines the charm of a close-knit community with the conveniences of a thriving city. Located in central Iowa, less than an hour from both Des Moines and Ames, Marshalltown offers easy access to urban amenities while providing a variety of local outdoor recreation activities like hiking, biking, golf, swimming, and exploring local parks. With its affordable cost of living, excellent schools, and vibrant diverse local culture, Marshalltown is a welcoming place to call home!

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Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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