Automation Manager
Core
Lead local automation department and ensure stable, efficient automation systems in a complex sugar production environment.
Role type
Operational Automation Manager (hands-on IC with people management)
Builds
High availability and operational reliability of automation and process control systems within production and packaging
Domain
Food & Beverage (Sugar) / Industrial Automation / OT
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Industrial automation systems expertise, DCS/PLC/HMI system knowledge, project execution and delivery, vendor management, batch and continuous process knowledge, IT/OT integration, personnel management, cybersecurity compliance
Preferred skills
Background as Lead/Senior Engineer or Tech Lead, experience transitioning to formal people management
Technologies
DCS, PLC, HMI
Responsibilities
Implement centrally defined automation strategies and standards at local plant level, troubleshoot and follow up on daily automation system issues, lead automation projects from implementation to handover, coordinate with technicians, operators, maintenance, and external suppliers, ensure compliance with standards and lifecycle management, manage department personnel and work environment
Seniority
Manager, operational leadership with hands-on technical involvement
