Systems Integration Manager
Company: AmeriCold Logistics
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: October 10, 2024
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Job Description:
The role of the Systems Integration Manager, or SIM, is to plan,
execute and finalize the commissioning and testing activities for
new build or retrofit automation projects. The SIM will own field
installation, testing, and troubleshooting through go-live and
ramp-up phases ensuring deadlines are met, KPI performance metrics
are intact and adhere to budget and schedule.The SIM will lead all
development teams in launching greenfield automated cold storage
sites, working side by side with the Project Engineering Manager,
the Systems Engineer, the Commissioning Manager, automation and
software suppliers, and internal IT & systems teams managing all
facets of the interior automation installs within cold storage
warehouses. They will support Americold's local and regional
operations and maintenance teams pre- and post- go-live to ensure a
smooth transition including training, acceptance, ownership, spare
parts management and preventive maintenance occurs for all
automated systems.This person will also function as a subject
matter expert across software systems (WES/WCS), controls,
mechatronics and hardware/devices, applying best practices to
improve facility operations and business processes through
sustained automation / mechanical reliability, and
analytics/metrics development-reporting.What you'll do: Develop and
execute project work plans, commissioning schedules and transition
plans in cooperation with the Americold PM & operations teams AND
the Automation Supplier commissioning teams Lead/support all major
PLC/WES/WCS/WMS and other system conversions to ensure defect-free
launches for automated warehouses Understand and troubleshoot any
problems in integration of mechanical, electrical, or controls
systems to enable rate and cycle time Augment User Acceptance
Testing (UAT) and Operational Readiness Tests, working with site
analysts, project managers, and super-users internal and from
external OEM vendors to run all simulations and scripts required to
support successful launches and turnovers Lead gap analysis of
future PLC/WES/WCS/WMS implementations with the Systems Engineer
and the Commissioning Manager to identify process performance
shortfalls
What you'll need: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering,
Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and/or equivalent
experience Mechatronics/Automation 7+ years of site implementation
experience and leadership for automated, complex sites 5+ years'
experience in Engineering and/or Automation Operations preferred
Experience managing large systems and physical programs including
PLC/WES/WCS/WMS conversions, launches, and automation go-lives
Must be able to work remotely and travel an estimated 75-85% of the
time to support projects
What could set you apart: Technically advanced in managing
warehouse management systems (WMS preferably Blue Yonder) and
warehouse execution systems (WES), implementations, and PLC
controls a plus (WCS: Siemens, Allen Bradley/Rockwell) Proficient
with data mining & data analysis tools; SQL/database
query/extraction, Cobra, Excel, Power BI, Jaspersoft, etc. Systems
Engineering experience and ongoing site support
Physical Requirements:The physical demands described below are
representative of those that must be met to successfully perform
the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of the job Requires the ability to sit for long
periods of time, with frequent interruptions Requires several hours
per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching,
or bending Requires manual dexterity with normal hand and finger
movements for typical office work Talking, hearing, and seeing are
important elements of completing assigned tasks May require
visiting facility operations in temperatures at or below freezing
May carry loads related to travel and occasionally lifts, carries,
positions, or moves objects weighing up to 20 pounds As needed
ability to work evenings or weekends in order to complete
objectives or to attend meetings Requires the ability to relate to
others beyond giving and receiving instructions: must partner with
colleagues without exhibiting behavioral extremes Requires the
performance of work activities including reasoning, negotiating,
instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond
appropriately to constructive feedback from executive
management
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described
here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.What We Offer:Our associates
know the answer to the question What's in it for me We offer
best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our
associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their
health and financial well-being. When you join Americold you join a
values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers
feed the world.The Company's good-faith and reasonable estimate of
the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for this
position is $128,000 - $142,000 annually. Rate may vary based on
work location.Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.EOE/AA
M/F/D/V DFW.#LI-Remote
Keywords: AmeriCold Logistics, East Point , Systems Integration Manager, Executive , Atlanta, Georgia
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