Job Description
Job Title Automation Engineer Position Overview Shaw Industries is hiring for an Automation Engineer based onsite at plant 78 in Aiken, SC to assist in the development, installation, and commissioning of the Automation System, and once installed this role will assist in the day-to-day operation, maintenance and analysis of the Automation System. Additionally, this position will provide tangible value through process improvements identified by process awareness and data analysis.
Responsibilities:
The Automation Engineer will be responsible for managing capital projects, driving TPM initiatives and cost improvements, investigating off-quality situations, monitoring and analyzing departmental performance through reports, feedback and observations. Utilize Lean/Six Sigma tools to improve production processes to ensure product and quality goals for the site are met. Contributes to process improvement efforts by carrying out medium to large tasks under limited supervision. Study processing parameters to improve process performance Monitor and debug new methods and procedures to ensure system efficiencies. Communicate with downstream processing departments about any processing problems encountered. Investigate process issues using problem-solving techniques to get at the root cause on challenging and complex issues both internally and externally. Initiate and execute actions that ensure departmental Safety, Quality, Productivity, Waste & Cost objectives are achieved and maintained. Provide technical assistance to the Department Manager, Team Managers, Reliability Technicians, Associates, and Internal Customers. Lead and manage Intern(s), OMT(s), and Process Technician(s) as needed. Understand and Support all SAFE, SMS, TPM, Lean Six Sigma & Environmental Efforts within the department. Assist in developing and implementing plans to improve these areas where performance is under goal. Ability to travel as required. Competencies:
Build Trusting Relationships Innovate Deliver Compelling Communication Demonstrate Good Judgment Requirements:
Must have a Bachelor's degree. (Engineering degree preferred) Must possess good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. Flex into overtime, weekend, and holiday work. Preferred:
Minimum six-plus months in a manufacturing environment Familiar with Tableau or similar tools such as Qlikview, PowerBI Familiar with SCADA systems such as WinCC, Ignition #LI-AB1 #ShawIND Work Shift 8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. A history of success, a future of possibility Founded in 1967, Shaw Industries' leadership has been built on a history of success. Over time, our products have expanded, the customers we serve have been broadened, and the technology we use has advanced, but our vision to create a better future remains the same. Exceeding our customers' expectations for quality, service and performance is at the heart of our business. Global Flooring Provider Shaw Industries Group Inc. supplies carpet, resilient, hardwood, tile and stone, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide. Learn more Operational Excellence Our manufacturing operations and integrated supply chain deliver a broad array of products to meet diverse needs across residential and commercial markets throughout the world. Learn more Award Winning The success of our company and the success of our associates go hand-in-hand. We are consistently awarded as an employer of choice, community partner, and leader in design and innovation. Learn more We Sustain Human Ability At Shaw, sustainability means sustaining human ability in all of our products and processes. We ask ourselves "how can we minimize our impact on the environment and maximize human potential?" Learn More Community Partner From civic involvement and philanthropic giving to volunteerism and future workforce development, our company and associates leverage our combined passions and expertise in addressing community needs, collaboratively. Learn More In The News There is always something new and exciting happening at Shaw. Check out our news page to read our recent press releases, company blog posts, sustainability reports and more! Learn More
