Automation Technical Leader

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

At AirLife, we are dedicated to improving the quality of every breath. Excellence with Every Breath is not just a tag line, but the way we work and take care of our customers. With a mindset to evolve, innovate, and grow, we are a premier manufacturer of the highest-quality and market-leading breathing consumables. This growth philosophy has positioned us to increase our global footprint and business reach, impacting even more people around the world. Our expanding family of the most trusted brands offers a product portfolio that spans the continuum of care from first responder to home care, with safety, patient comfort, and clinical performance in mind. Collective expertise allows us to provide quality products and experiences to our patients, customers, and our people. Our values of Customer first, Differentiate with our People, Bias for Action, Continuous Improvement and Accountability define who we are and how we work. Join us!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Automation Technical Leader provides direction, leads, and manages the development and implementation of major automation and technical projects, or families of projects, with direct impact on core operations and processes at AirLife.  They help improve efficiencies, reduce labor time, and introduce new initiatives to save the company money and time. This position focuses on long-term success and profitability and ensures a project's goals match the company's strategic plans.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

The specific minimum competencies needed to perform the essential duties of the job include knowledge, skills, abilities, level of education, and experience necessary for successful performance.   These competencies are generally demonstrated through specific service, education, or training.

Knowledge: 

• Expertise in automation development and deployment.
• Expertise in project management strategies, methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Experience in leading cross functional projects.

Skills & Abilities: 

• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding leadership and organizational skills.
• Experience working with outside suppliers (domestic and international).
• Skill in budget preparation and fiscal management.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to identify and assess business needs and coordinate effective operating and systems solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels.

Level of Experience: 

• Minimum of 5 years proven experience in automation project management.
• Global mindset and demonstrated experience operating internationally.
• Experience managing a portfolio of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven stakeholder management skills.
• Proven experience managing teams.
• Experience using computers for a variety of tasks.
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and MS Project.

Level of Education: 

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is beneficial.
• Lean Six Sigma (LSS) training and/or certification is beneficial.

Travel: 

• As required based upon program and project needs.
• Approximately 3-5 days per month on average.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

The core tasks, duties, and responsibilities that must be performed on the job.

• Provide guidance and direction on automation projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical standards
• Work with business stakeholders to analyze and identify key strategic initiatives.
• Develop and execute automation strategies, including identifying automation opportunities and creating roadmaps.
• Develop and implement robust automation frameworks and tools.
• Mentor and train team members on automation best practices, and tools.
• Lead cross-functional teams to support key initiatives as assigned.
• Develop and deliver PowerPoint presentations for updating various steering committees and senior management on initiative progress.
• Facilitate ongoing project management by ensuring team alignment, tracking key milestones and progress
• Assess operations processes to identify opportunities for improvement, build stakeholder alignment and support implementation.
• Research, select, and manage various automation tools and technologies.
• Monitor the performance of automation solutions and identify areas for optimization and improvement.
• Support executive level presentation development and communication.
• Responsible for comprehensive project management to execute on strategy by managing key projects, communicating progress, escalating roadblocks and clear and timely communication to project team leads and stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in automation to continuously improve processes and practices.

OTHER RESPONSIBLITIES

• Focus on achieving our Company mission. 
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in daily work; look for ways to improve and promote quality & safety. 
• Inspire the trust of others; treat people with respect and dignity and embrace the value of diversity.
• Use time efficiently; perform job accurately, thoroughly, and conserve Company resources to improve profits.
• Contribute to building and maintaining a positive team environment.
• Assure all policies and guidelines are implemented and followed.

QUALITY POLICY

At AirLife, Quality is our promise.  It is our commitment to customer satisfaction and our dedication to product excellence in an evolving global healthcare market. This promise is kept through a continuously improving and effective Quality Management System and compliance to Regulatory Requirements.

DEIA STATEMENT

At AirLife, we are committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities and customers we serve. We believe our philosophy on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Advancement (DEIA) encourages excellence and equips us to serve an evolving global marketplace.