Automation Manufacturing Project Leader 2

Pay Range is $30 - $39 + per hour based on experience Lanco Integrated is a leading manufacturer of custom equipment for production automation and a builder of flexible turnkey assembly systems.

With machines installed in over 30 countries, we have extensive experience in the construction of special-purpose equipment as well as in the integration of industrial robots and other commercially available automation products.

Lanco Integrated has the solution to your needs for custom automation within medical, consumer products, defense, electronics, commercial industrial products and device manufacturing.

We are currently seeking a Automation Manufacturing Project Leader 2  to join our growing team.  This is a lead from the front in this hands-on leadership role assembling and debugging custom automation equipment.

We're seeking a mechanically skilled leader who not only manages a team of technicians but also works alongside them - building, troubleshooting, and commissioning custom systems.

A strong focus will be on improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness - boosting uptime, increasing performance speed, and reducing defects to ensure equipment runs at peak efficiency.

If you're a problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and leads by doing, this role is for you. As an Automation Manufacturing Project Leader, you will play a critical role in ensuring that projects stay on schedule, meet quality standards, and are delivered with technical excellence.

You’ll work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and customer service teams, and serve as a key point of contact for both internal stakeholders and external customers.

Automation Manufacturing Project Leader 2 Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Lead and coordinate the commissioning, assembly, and debug of medium to large custom automation systems.
• Manage project timelines and team performance, conducting daily / weekly meetings to track progress and ensure milestone completion.
• Oversee system-level documentation and verification processes, including pre-FAT checklists, machine verification, Gage R&R, CpK studies, and FAT / SAT execution.
• MAn Work closely with Manufacturing Supervisors and Program Managers to align on schedules, implement change orders, and ensure project deliverables meet customer requirements.
• Supervise technical output of assigned personnel and ensure quality craftsmanship throughout the system assembly process.
• Support the resolution of debug issues by coordinating with design, programming, electrical, and purchasing teams.
• Lead on-site equipment installations and customer acceptances (SAT), including travel and multi-shift coverage as required.
• Train and mentor junior technicians (MT1, MT2, MT3) while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with ISO and Lanco safety standards.
• Promote continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing practices, 5S, and participation in Lanco’s Idea System.

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