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w:The Automation Supervisor provides operational and systemic support to the manufacturing and automation teams. This position work directly with the operation to troubleshoot problems or issues that arise, identify enhancements for the systems or processes that automated machinery is performing, and apply continuous improvement philosophy to improve the overall workflow efficiency and standardization. This position is responsible to manage the Automation Technicians in each locatio

n.
What You Will

• Do:Work with management and automation systems to ensure operation of autonomous machinery is meeting the business ne
• ed.Physically interact with automation machinery to ensure proper operati
• on.Troubleshoot systemic and operational issues arising from change order adjustments or enhancements; determine the root cause of the issue and/or work with IT as necessary to resol
• ve.Collaborate with the distribution and fulfillment center management to determine key performance indicators for automated process
• es.Collaborate with operations management and end users to assist in the implementation of process improvement initiatives to increase productivity and safety, as well as reduce cost and waste, in all operational process
• es.Assist with the development and maintenance of departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs); notify appropriate personnel and assist with training as necessa
• ry.Work collaboratively with the distribution center training personnel to ensure all training materials are created, updated, and rolled out to appropriate locations. Follow the established audit system to validate the training has been complet
• ed.Gather and analyze data from the system to define issues or needed enhancements and work collaboratively to develop recommendations for solutions and/or improvemen
• ts.Work directly with internal and external systems testing resource(s) to validate all new code. Ensure positive outcome of testing or make recommendations to appropriate personnel to modify new code for successful laun
• ch.Conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure system enhancements meet the objectives; log errors and/or defects and provide feedback as appropria
• te.Make employment decisions and/or recommendations on hiring, improvement plans, transfers, promotions, corrective actions, terminations, pay adjustments, e
• tc.Coordinate and manage the work of employees by directing members of the team to meet the area’s goals. Audit regularly to ensure standard operating procedures are being adhered
• to.Manage employee performance and assist employees in making improvements to their performance through coaching, mentoring and administering performance reviews. Recommend, plan and/or implement employee training and skill development activiti
• es.Audit, maintain and ensure employee time-keeping and absentee records are accura
• te.Communicate company and departmental issues and goals and facilitate employee growth and development through weekly team meetings, regular individual employee meetings, coaching, training, and company-offered learning opportuniti
• es.Manage resources to optimize equipment, facilities, employees, methods and materia
• ls.Demonstrate the Company’s Core and Growth Values in the performance of all job functio

ns.
Education and/or Qualificati

• ons:Bachelor's degree in Automation, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experi
• ence5 years’ automation experience in a manufacturing environment, Requ
• iredKnowledge of current Programmable Logic Controllers (P
• LCs)Knowledge of current Motion Control techno
• logyAbility to design, build, maintain, troubleshoot and study all aspects of machine con
• trolKnowledge and experience with 2D and 3D soft
• wareFamiliarity with current Human Machine Interface programming u
• singCurrent Robotics Industry Association Robotic Stand
• ardsRobot program
• mingVision sys
• temsKnowledge of industry safety standards for building and designing mach
• inesMachining and metal working experi
• enceAbility to solve problems of equipment and perform complex system t
• estsCreative thin
• kingStrong attention to de
• tailSelf-motiv
• atedExcellent verbal and written communication sk
• illsExcellent interpersonal sk
• illsWilling to learn and accept new software and methods of system con
• trolEffective time management and organizational sk
• illsWork independently as well as in a team environ
• mentAnalytical and problem-solving sk
• illsWorking knowledge of Continuous Improve
• mentHandle multiple projects simultaneously within established time constra

ints

Benefits We

• Offer:Health, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance P
• rogramPaid Vacation, Holidays, and Your Birthd
• ay offGenerous Employee Discount on home furni
• shingsProfessional Development Opportu
• nitiesAshley Wellness Centers (location specific) and Medical T
• ourismTele
• health401(k) and Profit S
• haringLife Ins

urance
Our Core

• Values:Honesty & In
• tegrityPassion, Drive, Dis
• ciplineContinuous Improvement/Operational Exc
• ellenceDirty Fin
• gernailGrowth

Focused
To learn more about Ashley Furniture, our community engagement programs, environmental stewardship, and our core values, please visit our Corporate Social Responsibility informati

on page:Corporate Social Respon

sibility
We are an equal opportunity employer and provide a drug-free working environment. While Ashley appreciates the interest of all candidates only those meeting specific position requirements may be contacted. Princip