• Warehouse Automation Manager

    Kuehne+Nagel (Shelbyville, KY)


    Are you thinking about advancing your career with one of the most successful logistics organizations worldwide? Here at Kuehne+Nagel, our Shelbyville is looking for a new Warehouse Automation Manager to join our team.

    Your Role

    You will be responsible for owning warehouse automation and management of complex operations, including those with hyper-automation systems. Reporting to the General Manager, you will have dotted-line control of site-based production systems and automation engineering.

    Your Responsibilities

    + You will be a part of the core implementation team to deliver a highly automated Goods-to-Person AS/RS

    + You will be the core leader of the site engineering team post go live

    + Provide front-facing representation for the company and customer

    + Coordinate site industrial engineering and automation engineering projects; synchronize the two functions for efficient singular output and productive operation

    + Work directly with the Continuous Improvement team for enhancements

    + Perform regular analysis of automation systems to assess overall health and performance

    + Work with local maintenance and vendors for the remediation of issues

    + Create, deliver, and train the site operations team on SOPs related to automation

    + You will have direct responsibility for the day-to-day health automation including coordination with 3rd party vendors

    + Create and present related internal and external reports

    Your Skills and Experiences

    + Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

    + 5+ years’ experience as a Controls Engineer is preferred for heavily automated warehouses involving conveyors, Goods-to-Person automation, AMRs, AGVs, ASRS, etc.

    + Sound application knowledge of automated material handling equipment such as HAI robotics, Goods-to-Person, AS/RS, pallet and case conveyors, sorters, AGVs, etc.

    + Solid understanding of the project life cycle for automated material handling systems

    + CAD software experience preferred

    + Advanced Microsoft Excel and/or Minitab and analytical skills with system diagnostics and continuous improvement

    + Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt is a plus

    + PMP certification is a plus

    + Ability to multi-task and handle project tracking with the expectation of meeting deadlines

    Good Reasons to Join

    There has never been a better time to work in logistics. Bring your skills to an industry that offers stability and international career growth. We offer a great compensation and medical/dental benefits package, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, excellent training programs, and a fun, and interesting global work environment. #LI-Onsite

     

    Kuehne + Nagel is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you require an accommodation for any part of the online application process due to a disability, please contact the Employee Services HR Help Desk at 1-800-267-1326 during the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm EST; Monday through Friday or via e-mail at: [email protected] with the nature of your request. We will answer your inquiry within 24 hours.