North America Factory Automation Leader

National Instruments

  • Marshalltown, IA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job Category: Hardware Engineering MgmtJob Description:This is a high profile opportunity to lead the implementation of Factory Automation and Digitization projects in the North America World Area including internally crafted projects and Emerson directed programs like MES, QMS, BPM, etc…) This role will research and recommend tools and deployment strategies targeted at growing efficiency, consistency and leverage in the organization. These programs will be integrated to form a customer focused strategy to increase Bookings, improve customer focus, reduce lead times, increase delivery performance and optimize internal processes. Understand complex business environments and build actionable projects intended to result in a Flow Control competitive advantage.In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
  • Developing and implementing Flow Controls North America World Area Factory Automation and Digitization Strategy:
  • Work with cross functional teams to identify, prioritize, and resource projects
  • Facilitate projects and develop expertise across the world area
  • Leverage standard processes to the benefit of the Flow Control Business Unit
  • Promoting Automation and Digitization
  • Help prepare for Profit Reviews and other Emerson Management Processes to ensure Factory Automation and Digitization is an integral part of our culture
  • Facilitate project teams to achieve improvements in the areas of Customer Focus, Sales Growth, Supply Chain optimization, I/T business facilitation, Finance, HR, Operations, Order management, Quality etc.
  • Striving for Perfect Execution
  • Continuously Improve the Automation and Digitization Process - Tools, Techniques, Analysis, Exhibits
  • Identify, document and leverage Best Practices across the various Business Units
  • Analyze market and internal performance data to find opportunities using a variety of internal IT systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Provide recommendations for improving lead time and service levels through speed and flexibility.
  • Map information and material flow through a variety of business processes
  • Identify, document and leverage automation and digitization Best Practices from other Organizations
  • Communicating and Collaborating Across Multiple Sites
  • Engage with various levels of leadership to develop long-term relationships with the goal of becoming a trusted advisor.
  • Make Factory Automation and Digitization associated presentations to Executive Leadership as necessary
  • Must be able to understand complex business operations and disseminate that information to executive management effectively using analytical writing skills
  • Get results across the world area by using standard methodologies gathered through interaction with the larger Emerson organization.
  • Create opportunities to deliver the automation and digitization message to key customers and suppliers and collaborate on improvement opportunities.
  • Training
  • Train others in the organization on tools and process changes and generate excited among the larger employee population
  • Participate in Executive Leadership Training to drive cultural change across the company leaders
For This Role, You Will Need:
  • Bachelor's degree in technical subject area required.
  • Some combination of a minimum of 10 years' experience in key functional roles such as automation, operations, supply chain, engineering, product planning, sales/marketing, quality, S&OP leadership etc.
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
  • MBA preferred
  • 5+ years of leadership experience with a strong track record of driving planning initiatives and aligning teams around organizational priorities
  • Proven experience leading planning initiatives within a manufacturing or automation-focused environment, aligning regional execution with global business objectives.
  • Deliver compelling presentations and communications that clearly articulate complex automation strategies, effectively influencing cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and frontline collaborators to drive alignment and adoption across all levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated change management skills
  • Experience leading a significant change effort
  • Facilitation or consulting experience
Our Culture & Commitment to You:At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results!We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.Learn more about our !About Us:Our Commitment to Our PeopleAt Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world's most complex problems - for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You'll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.At Emerson, you'll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let's go. Let's think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let's go, together.Work AuthorizationEmerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.Equal Opportunity EmployerEmerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.Accessibility Assistance or AccommodationIf you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: .Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you're an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you'll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team - let's go!No calls or agencies please.

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