Automation Manager

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Fairfield, NJ, USA
In-Office
130K-150K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Automotive • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Manages the automation department and leads automation projects from quoting and design through purchasing, construction, programming, integration, troubleshooting, and completion. Determines automation and sensing requirements for engineering projects, coordinates vendors and suppliers, and manages equipment purchases. Provides hands-on support with PLCs, robotics, vision systems, electrical and pneumatic systems, and related equipment while developing team members and overseeing performance.
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Join Weiss-Aug – A Leader in Precision Manufacturing and Innovation

Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of manufacturing where your ideas, skills, and passion matter. 

Weiss-Aug, is a leading provider of advanced manufacturing and engineering solutions with advanced facilities across the U.S. and Mexico for over 50 years.

Why Join Us? 

At Weiss-Aug we are driven by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a recognized leader in the industrial and commercial sectors, specializing in high-volume metal stamping, thermoplastic molding, and value-added assembly solutions our Weiss-Aug MedPharma serves the medical device and life science industry, offering unparalleled vertically integrated manufacturing solutions, partnered with in-house product design and engineering services. These combined capabilities provide Weiss-Aug a strategic advantage over the competition, being able to offer our customers a true, single-source supplier option, to meet their most challenging product innovation needs. 

As we continue to push the boundaries of what is possible, including our latest advancements in materials science, specialty coatings, laser processing, and hybrid additive manufacturing technologies – Weiss-Aug MedPharma needs the best minds in industry. Expanding our team is paramount, bringing in fresh perspectives, ideas and broad-based talent to further enhance our solution offerings, driving new growth and supporting our technology roadmap – including the release of finished drug-delivery / combination devices and machined implants.

We're currently seeking a passionate and skilled Automation Manager to join our team and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality, engineered solutions to our customers worldwide. In this role you will be responsible for quoting, design, help resolve any problems or issues and coordinate all automation projects in the company as well as manage the automation department.  

Responsibilities

  • Manage the day-to-day activities, goal setting, performance management, and development of the team
  • Quote/Design new automation
  • Project Manager for Automation build projects. 
  • Is involved in all new Engineering Automation projects to determine and recommend all sensing and automation needs.
  • Interfaces with outside venders and automation suppliers to get quotes and manage outside purchases of automation equipment. 
  • Research and purchase any new systems, equipment, hardware, software, components, etc.
  • Hands on programming, wiring, troubleshooting, building, integrating, etc.
  • Mentor team members and provide support for their career development goals

Requirements

  • Four-year college degree in Engineering required 
  • At least 5 years of experience in automation; design experience required. Management experience preferred 
  • Working knowledge of:
    • Solidworks
    • Mechanical systems
    • Networking
    • Hardware and software
    • PLC’s
    • Drives
    • Vision systems
    • Electrical and pneumatic systems
    • Robots
    • Stamping
    • Molding
    • Presses
    • Auxiliary equipment
    • Automation equipment
    • Sensors
    • Test equipment 

This position is at our Fairfield, NJ location.

Pay Range: $130,000 - $150,000 

The base salary for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

Other Benefits Include

  • Medical, Dental and Vision 
  • 401 (k) with company match
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement 
  • Health Savings Accounts (HAS)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Cigna Wellness Incentive Program 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Short Term Disability
  • Group Life and Accidental Insurance
  • Sun Life – Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance 
  • Smoking Cessation Program 
  • Pet Insurance 

US Pay Transparency

The base salary for this role will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

If your salary requirements exceed the advertised range and you remain interested in Weiss-Aug, we encourage you to apply.

Weiss-Aug is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Skills Required

  • Four-year college degree in Engineering
  • At least 5 years of experience in automation
  • Automation design experience
  • Management experience
  • Working knowledge of SolidWorks
  • Working knowledge of mechanical systems
  • Working knowledge of networking
  • Working knowledge of hardware and software
  • Working knowledge of PLCs
  • Working knowledge of drives
  • Working knowledge of vision systems
  • Working knowledge of electrical and pneumatic systems
  • Working knowledge of robots
  • Working knowledge of stamping, molding, presses, and auxiliary equipment
  • Working knowledge of automation equipment, sensors, and test equipment
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The Company
700 Employees
Year Founded: 1972

What We Do

Weiss-Aug is a vertically integrated industrial contract manufacturer producing precision metal stampings, injection-molded components, tooling, and value-added assemblies. It supports OEMs from product design and prototyping through engineering and full-scale production, serving automotive, aerospace and defense, commercial and industrial, consumer electronics, and emerging-technology markets. The company emphasizes tight tolerances, quality systems, and long-term customer partnerships to help bring reliable components to market.

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