Automation Supervisor - Manufacturing

Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, coworkers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback. Programs, modifies, commissions, and troubleshoots Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and automated control systems supporting manufacturing operations. Diagnoses complex controls and automation issues using PLC logic, electrical schematics, system diagnostics, and field-level troubleshooting. Supports the development, modification, and optimization of PLC programs, Human Machine Interface (HMI) applications, control sequences, alarms, interlocks, and automated equipment. Works with automation technologies including robotics, sensors, instrumentation, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), industrial communications, fiber optic sensors, pneumatic/hydraulic controls, touch panels, and other industrial control equipment. Utilizes one-line and electrical schematic designs, electrical equipment controls, instrumentation, and system configurations. Works with industrial control platforms such as Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation, FactoryTalk, Siemens, B&R, and related PLC/HMI systems. Provides on-call remote and onsite technical support for automation equipment. Performs root-cause troubleshooting of PLC, controls, electrical, instrumentation, network, and automation-related equipment failures to restore production and prevent recurrence. Partners with maintenance, operations, engineering, and other teams to improve equipment reliability and manufacturing performance. Trains and develops associates on the operation, troubleshooting, and repair of automation equipment and control systems. Provides technical guidance and coaching in PLC troubleshooting, electrical controls, automation diagnostics, and safe work practices. Manages the daily operations of automation systems by performing and coordinating routine maintenance of instruments and controls utilized to process materials from raw states to finished products. Upgrades and replaces components and control systems. Continuously monitors operations and processes, identifies operational malfunctions, and corrects malfunctions as needed. Completes work orders, records, logs, program documentation, and other written or computer-based documents according to established procedures. Supports plant operation, quality, reliability, and continuous improvement programs (for example, Break Down Analysis and Break Down Deployments). Executes process improvement and automation projects by identifying customer and operational needs, identifying performance standards, measuring progress, and adjusting performance accordingly. Identifies opportunities to improve equipment performance through PLC programming, controls optimization, automation upgrades, and elimination of recurring equipment failures. Develops contingency plans and demonstrates adaptability and continuous learning. Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity by implementing related action plans, using the Open Door Policy, and applying these principles in executing business processes and practices. Key Technical Areas: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs); PLC Programming and Troubleshooting; Automation Control Systems; Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs); Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation; FactoryTalk; Siemens; B&R; Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs); Robotics; Industrial Controls; Electrical Schematics; Instrumentation; Sensors; Pneumatic/Hydraulic Controls; Root Cause Analysis. Respect the Individual: Builds high-performing teams, embraces differences in people, cultures, ideas, and experiences; creates a workplace where associates feel seen, supported, and connected through a culture of belonging; creates opportunities for all associates to thrive and perform. Respect the Individual: Works collaboratively, builds strong and trusting relationships, communicates with impact, energy, and positivity to motivate and influence. Respect the Individual: Attracts and retains the best talent, empowers and develops talent, and recognizes others' contributions and accomplishments. Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics, and compliance; models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture; holds oneself and others accountable; supports Walmart's goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates, customers, members, and the world around us. Act with Integrity: Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, fair, and transparent. Serve Our Customers and Members: Delivers results while putting the customer first; considers and adapts to how, where, and when customers shop and applies the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans. Serve Our Customers and Members: Makes decisions based on data, insights, and analysis; balances short- and long-term priorities and considers our customers, fellow associates, shareholders, suppliers, business partners, and communities when making plans. Strive for Excellence: Displays curiosity and a desire to learn, takes calculated risks, demonstrates courage and resilience, and encourages learning from mistakes. Strive for Excellence: Drives continuous improvements, adopts and encourages the use of new technologies and skills, and supports others through change.

Respect the Individual: Builds highperforming teams embraces differences in people cultures ideas and experiences creates a workplace where associates feel seen supported and connected through a culture of belonging creates opportunities for all associates to thrive and performx000B
Respect the Individual: Works collaboratively builds strong and trusting relationships communicates with impact energy and positivity to motivate and influencex000B
Respect the Individual: Attracts and retains the best talent empowers and develops talent and recognizes others contributions and accomplishments

Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity ethics and compliance models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture holds oneself and others accountable supports Walmarts goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates customers members and the world around useg creating a sense of belonging eliminating waste participating in local giving

Act with Integrity: Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble selfaware honest fair and transparent

Serve Our Customers and Members Delivers results while putting the customer first considers and adapts to how where and when customers shop and applies the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans

Serve Our Customers and Members Makes decisions based on data insights and analysis balances short and longterm priorities and considers our customers fellow associates shareholders suppliers business partners and communities when making plans

Strive for Excellence: Displays curiosity and a desire to learn takes calculated risks demonstrates courage and resilience and encourages learning from mistakes

Strive for Excellence: Drives continuous improvements adopts and encourages the use of new technologies and skills and supports others through change At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $65,500.00 - $98,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
- Stock

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

High school diploma or equivalent.
Professional certification in engineering, technology, or related field.
1 year's experience in maintenance or related field.
2 years’ experience PLC/Robot Programming.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Technology, or related field., Maintenance or control automation.

Primary Location...

5200 Inner Perimeter Rd, Valdosta, GA 31604-0000, United States of AmericaWalmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.