Automation Project Manager

The Automation Project Manager will have deep knowledge and experience in prospecting, developing, and implementing automated processing systems. This role will select and deliver automated manufacturing systems that increase output, reduce labor content, and improve safety and quality in existing manufacturing processes. Location: Remote RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Locate, engage, and manage various system providers and integrators to select and determine existing in-scope Watts processes that can be successfully automated for the greatest ROI. Develop business cases for selected automation proposals to obtain funding for implementation. Manage funded automation projects from inception-to-completion with delivery of targeted improvements in safety, quality, output, and ROI. Manage numerous automation proposals and implementations simultaneously. Establish successful cross-functional relationships within Watts required to provide automation project selection and implementation deliverables. Provide periodic scheduled updates for prospecting, evaluation, in-process, and implemented automation actions. Possess entrepreneurial approach in managing selection and delivery of automation implementation deliverables. EDUCATION: BS in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field. MANAGEMENT: This position has no direct reports EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: 5 years of similar automation systems engineering experience Experience in automation program management. Experience in selection and relationship management of automation system integrators Strong hands-on mechanical and electrical aptitude. Knowledge of NEMA standards. Familiar with OSHA machine safety and guarding regulations. Extensive knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools Advanced computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD solid modeling. Knowledge of various manufacturing processes Familiar with project acceptance requirements, Quality Systems to ensure repeatability requirements and accuracy for Quality for mass production. REQUIRED LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS Six Sigma Certification a plus Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources. #LI-Remote Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.