Distribution Automation Engineer

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Who We Are

Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) is the parent company of Wrangler, Lee and Rock & Republic, with owned manufacturing facilities in Mexico. Kontoor also owns and operates over 140 retail stores across the globe. Our global company employs more than 13,000 people in 65 countries, with world headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina, and regional headquarters in Geneva and Hong Kong.

Who We Are

Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) is the parent company of Wrangler, Lee and Rock & Republic, with owned manufacturing facilities in Mexico. Kontoor also owns and operates over 140 retail stores across the globe. Our global company employs more than 13,000 people in 65 countries, with world headquarters in Greensboro, North Carolina, and regional headquarters in Geneva and Hong Kong.

Job Posting

Automation Engineer

Job Summary

We seek an experienced Automation Engineer to design and implement automated systems, enhancing operational efficiency. This role will support a network of distribution centers across the United States. The ideal candidate should have extensive knowledge of programming languages, hardware operations, and automation technologies, including robotic and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve automation systems.
• Test, debug, and ensure smooth deployment of automation systems.
• Integrate automation with existing hardware.
• Document systems and provide user training.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and improve processes.
• Identify automation opportunities within software processes.
• Develop specifications and safety protocols.
• Perform routine maintenance and system checks.
• Stay updated with advances in automation technology.

Qualifications

Why Kontoor Brands?

At Kontoor, we offer a comprehensive benefit package to fit your lifestyle. Our benefits are crafted with the same care as our products.

When our employees are healthy, secure, and well, they bring their best selves to work. Kontoor Brands supports you with a competitive benefits program that provides choice and flexibility to meet your and your familys needs now and in the future. We offer resources to support your physical, emotional, social, and financial wellbeing, plus benefits like discounts on our apparel. Kontoor Brands also provides four weeks of Paid Parental Leave to eligible employees who are new parents, Flexible Fridays, and Tuition Reimbursement.

We are proud to offer a workplace culture centered on equitable opportunities and a sense of belonging for all team members. Here we have a global workforce of high-performing teams that both unlocks our individual uniqueness and harnesses our collaborative talents.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Retail Apparel and Fashion

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