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Job Title Automation Engineer Department Maintenance/Engineering Reports to Electrical Manager Employment Status Regular, Full-Time FLSA Classification Exempt Shift Day Location USA – Olyphant, PA (greater Scranton, PA Area) Travel 5 – 10% Position Summary Ensure sustained reliability and optimal performance of production machinery by leading advanced interventions, diagnostics, and maintenance initiatives related to automation systems. Serve as technical expert and mentor, promoting best practices, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement. Essential Functions/Key Deliverables • Conducting advanced diagnostics and performance analysis of automation systems to ensure long-term reliability and support strategic maintenance planning. • Supervising and executing complex automation interventions, including installation, modernization, and optimization of systems and control circuits. • Developing and implementing preventive maintenance strategies for key automation infrastructure, ensuring compliance with reliability and safety standards. • Supervising and auditing the condition of automation installations, identifying systemic risks, and recommending corrective and improvement actions. • Resolving complex automation failures using advanced diagnostic techniques and coordinating cross-functional response efforts. • Conducting root cause analysis and implementing permanent corrective actions for recurring automation system failures. • Modifying and optimizing control programs to improve process safety, quality, or efficiency. • Ensuring accurate documentation and reporting of all activities in accordance with company standards. • Adhering to GMP principles, maintaining order according to 5S and continuous improvement methodologies. • Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor, in line with the scope of the position and employment agreement. • Acting as a technical expert and mentor, providing training and knowledge transfer to junior automation staff and maintenance personnel. • Participating in strategic projects and modernization initiatives, collaborating with engineering and reliability teams to improve plant performance and energy efficiency. • Installs and configures new hardware and software and provide user training and support as necessary Knowledge/Skills/Experience • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automation, Electrical Engineering, or related field. • Minimum 7 years of experience in advanced automation, system integration, and process optimization within industrial or manufacturing environments • Expert-level understanding of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies. • Deep expertise in safety procedures, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. • Technical proficiency in interpreting production machinery documentation. • Advanced expertise in PLC, SCADA, robotics, and system integration. • Comprehensive knowledge of industry standards and ability to ensure full compliance across operations. • Strong capability to apply and lead Continuous Improvement initiatives, driving efficiency and reliability improvements. Physical Demands N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position. O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day) F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs F Push/Pull 10 lbs or less F 11-25 lbs F Stand O Walk O Sit O Manually Manipulate O Reach Outward O Reach Above Shoulder O Climb O Crawl O Squat or Kneel O Bend O Other Physical Requirements Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth) Sense of Sound - Ability to understand conversational speaking Sense of Touch Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - per safety guidelines Mobility to cover expansive manufacturing environment Work Environment Ability to work in an environment that can become very hot (temperature) depending on the weather. Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions If you are a current CANPACK employee, please apply through your Workday account. CANPACK Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or not related to job requirements, unless such distinction is required by law. At CANPACK Group, our success is based on employees' success. Our ability to grow and to be the supplier of choice for our clients is based on building the strongest team possible. If you are driven by bold and ambitious goal you have what it takes to become a successful member of the CANPACK team! CANPACK has a strong foundation built on close customer relationships, quality excellence and a unique culture and values. Founded 30 years ago, CANPACK has grown to become one of the leading global players on the international packaging market. We are dedicated to providing our clients with environmentally friendly, modern packaging solutions on time and wherever needed and are looking for forward-thinking, flexible and engaged people to develop with us as we pursue our growth strategy. CANPACK produces a wide range of aluminum beverage cans, glass bottles, metal closures and containers for food and chemical industries. We operate 29 production sites in 19 countries around the world and sell our products to over 100. With sustainability and corporate social responsibility being an important part of the Groups DNA, CANPACK actively supports initiatives dedicated to environmental protection and local communities. Visit CANPACK website to learn more. Details Details Details
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