Manager, Distribution Engineering

Provide engineering management, facilities and automation support for a high velocity distribution facility.  Develop, enhance or provide oversight of process automation application for present and future automation projects.  Develop and implement, in a timely cost effective manner, technology to achieve user goals.Responsibilities:Oversee all aspects of Facility Management and Maintenance operations including facility aesthetics, ownership of equipment and plant facility performance, management and execution of on-going preventative maintenance plans, and management of continuous improvement projects.Lead a team maintenance staff engaged in equipment installation, facilities repair, equipment repair and preventative maintenance.  Schedules repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment.Support the growth and development of Maintenance team members.Lead and execute engineering projects for the facility.  Establish engineering expectations for future automation and new technology (advance engineering/distribution).  Purpose and manage capital projects.Lead and set expectations for the coordination of all engineering functions including process development, training, and capital projects.Supervise the continuous improvement process.  Assist operations management in developing and establishing performance standards and KPI’s in conjunction with new equipment installations or process changes.Develop with the DC Manager, Engineering Manager of Facilities, Capital Expenditure Budget and individual Capital Expenditure submissions for approval.Actively participate on project teams contributing as the automation subject matter expert regarding system capabilities and system design decisions.Provide strategic leadership in developing the Distribution Center’s processes, systems, policies and procedures setting the future direction of the engineering function.Provide 24 hour network guidance and support in diagnosing and resolving difficult automation hardware, software, instrument, and process problems to maintain system readiness. Frequently, this effort requires collaboration with other site maintenance disciplines.  Communicate issue resolution summary to impacted area supervision.Lead the startup of new/existing operations by ensuring code and configurations meet specifications and validation requirements. Stay current on technologies and engineering trends in order to recommend/incorporate as appropriate.Ensure complete and detailed specifications and related technical documentation is provided that clearly defines user needs and system functionality for new automation systems or modifications to existing systems.Provide supporting data from automation systems to support production or quality department requests.Lead structural improvement processes to ensure housekeeping and sanitation.Maintain a safe work environment and promote accident prevention by setting expectations and addressing unsafe behaviors.   Provide technical leadership and ensure site compliance for all regulatory agencies.Manage labor/overhead budget to optimize resources and cost-efficiency.  Identify, implement, and execute cost-savings initiatives.  Leverage resources effectively to meet DC KPI’s per budget standards.