Automation Controls Engineer

Are you a seasoned Automation Controls Engineer with a background in manufacturing, seeking a fresh career opportunity? Knape & Vogt is seeking an ideal candidate who will work full-time, onsite collaborating with departmental and corporate leadership to enhance existing and future automated capabilities. Enjoy excellent pay and incentives at a company where your skills will be recognized and rewarded! Company Overview: Knape & Vogt Manufacturing Company is a 125-year-old company based in Grand Rapids. We are a global leader specializing in the design, manufacture and distribution of functional hardware, office and healthcare ergonomics and storage-related components for original equipment manufacturers, specialty distributors, hardware chains and major home centers. What’s In It For You? Benefits including Medical/Dental/Vision plus many more starting Day 1 Competitive Pay Generous Paid Time Off 11 Paid Holidays 401K with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement Employee Discount Programs Bonus and Merit opportunities What You Will Get To Do: Lead and manage design projects including new capabilities, integrations, automation, robotics, and industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) systems Identify root cause and implement permanent corrective actions for product equipment issues Evaluate current manufacturing processes to identify and implement cost savings opportunities for improving the utilization of personnel, material and utilities using LEAN principles Participate in the development of new products or changes related to current products with a focus on the organizations ability to manufacture and meet customer requirements Perform takt and cycle time studies for all processes Understand and comply with all OSHA, NFPA70E, safety and PPE requirements What You Will Bring: Work Experience: 3 years of demonstrated experience in this area, hands on exposure and knowledge of the areas of manufacturing, mechanical engineering and product launch Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Process Engineering or equivalent experience Experience with ERP systems, AutoCAD, or other 2D drafting systems, SolidWorks or other 3D parametric systems