Manager, Automation Controls

The Coca-Cola Company•Atlanta, GA

7d•$109,000 - $129,000

About The Position

As the Manager, Automation Controls you will be responsible for providing direct supervision and leadership to Automation, Instrumentation/Controls and Maintenance associates in our high-tech, high-speed manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities and Job Duties Develop plant electrical and controls capabilities by assessing resource needs, defining training requirements, and strengthening troubleshooting expertise. Identify, prioritize, and implement electrical and controls improvement opportunities to maximize equipment reliability and operational performance. Stay current on emerging automation and controls technologies; evaluate, document, and deploy innovative solutions as appropriate. Evaluate, qualify, select, and integrate controls and electrical hardware and software from multiple suppliers. Partner with OEMs and technology suppliers to ensure proper system interfaces, integration, and long‑term performance. Manage backup, cybersecurity, and disaster recovery programs for controls and automation systems. Rapidly diagnose root causes of equipment issues (mechanical, controls, or integrated systems) and coordinate cross‑functional resources to resolve issues. Support Management of Change (MOC) processes and investigations to ensure safe, compliant system modifications. Maintain electrical power distribution systems, motor controls, and robotic cells (e.g., KUKA, Fanuc). Manage shop‑floor industrial networks and infrastructure, including DeviceNet, ControlNet, Remote I/O, ProfiBUS, AS‑i, Ethernet, servers, routers, and switches. Maintain and support HMI/SCADA applications, including iFIX, Zenon, and RSView Visualization systems. Maintain accurate technical documentation, including P&IDs, ladder logic, and CAD drawings. Ensure proper calibration and performance of process instrumentation measuring temperature, pressure, flow, level, and composition. Utilize CMMS platforms (e.g., SAP, Maximo) to support maintenance planning, reliability, and asset performance. Perform administrative responsibilities including scheduling, payroll coordination, audit support, and failure investigations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Food Engineering or Technical discipline or equivalent work experience.
Minimum 5 years of experience preferably in a fast-moving CPG company
Proficiency in in IT device configuration and Maintenance, PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens and B&R), VFDs (AB, SQ D), Servo’s (AB, Elau, Fuji, Rexroth…), HMIs (AB,Zenon, Ifix) and Networks (DeviceNet, ControlNet, Remote IO, ProfiBUS, ASI and Ethernet)
Working Knowledge of Robotics (Kuka, Fanuc)
Ability to demonstrate strong project management experience with the ability to define and lead projects and direct/motivate project teams.

Responsibilities

Develop plant electrical and controls capabilities by assessing resource needs, defining training requirements, and strengthening troubleshooting expertise.
Identify, prioritize, and implement electrical and controls improvement opportunities to maximize equipment reliability and operational performance.
Stay current on emerging automation and controls technologies; evaluate, document, and deploy innovative solutions as appropriate.
Evaluate, qualify, select, and integrate controls and electrical hardware and software from multiple suppliers.
Partner with OEMs and technology suppliers to ensure proper system interfaces, integration, and long‑term performance.
Manage backup, cybersecurity, and disaster recovery programs for controls and automation systems.
Rapidly diagnose root causes of equipment issues (mechanical, controls, or integrated systems) and coordinate cross‑functional resources to resolve issues.
Support Management of Change (MOC) processes and investigations to ensure safe, compliant system modifications.
Maintain electrical power distribution systems, motor controls, and robotic cells (e.g., KUKA, Fanuc).
Manage shop‑floor industrial networks and infrastructure, including DeviceNet, ControlNet, Remote I/O, ProfiBUS, AS‑i, Ethernet, servers, routers, and switches.
Maintain and support HMI/SCADA applications, including iFIX, Zenon, and RSView Visualization systems.
Maintain accurate technical documentation, including P&IDs, ladder logic, and CAD drawings.
Ensure proper calibration and performance of process instrumentation measuring temperature, pressure, flow, level, and composition.
Utilize CMMS platforms (e.g., SAP, Maximo) to support maintenance planning, reliability, and asset performance.
Perform administrative responsibilities including scheduling, payroll coordination, audit support, and failure investigations.