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Automation Lead 

Didsbury

Days role, Monday to Friday

£60,000 to £65,000

Bonus, Pension, Life Assurance, Holidays, other benefits

My client, a market leader within their industry, is looking for an experienced Automation Lead to spearhead the Automation team within the business. This role involves orchestrating a team of highly skilled Automation professionals at a leading global manufacturer. An excellent role for a motivated individual looking to further their engineering career.

Role Description

• To lead a team in delivering quality automation solutions with an agreed programme and cost framework
• Evaluation of existing manual/semi-automated processes, implementing new suggestions and strategy for improvement
• Continuous improvement of current packaging systems, ensuring team manages workload correctly
• Full control of projects involving both internal and external providers
• Modification and/or fabrication of parts to existing automation equipment for more flexibility.
• Train, mentor and develop the team where possible at all times

Skills and Qualifications

• Experienced in robot programming
• Trained in PLC/HMI programming
• Experienced with 3D drawing packages and able to read/complete technical drawings.
• Experience of designing and implementing automation solutions on a small or large scale
• Natural leadership, team leading qualities and desire to help others around them
• Creative thinking
• Ability to analyse and improve production processes
• Excellent communication skills  
• Hands on approach
• Excellent trouble shooting and analytical skills

Company Information

As a business our client is a true market leader within their industry with a strong presence across the UK. With a secure portfolio of clients these roles provide a stable and secure opportunity in the present economic market.

In return for your commitment my client offers a stable and secure career for technically motivated engineers. If you feel this is of interest, please send your CV to directly to Ben Watkins at benw@hunterselection.co.uk