Automation Manager

Automation Manager

Lone Star Corporation has an opening for an Automation Manager to expand our efforts in the fast paced, and growing oil and gas market in the Permian Basin of West Texas and South-East New Mexico. The Automation Manager is responsible for the field service technicians, panel shop technicians and the design and implementation of custom panel manufacturing. This includes a technical training aptitude for developing team. Must possess technical supervisory and management skills for people, processes, and projects. Must be able to meet deadlines, be hard working, and be adaptable to different working environments. Must be specialized in PLC programming of various platforms.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and coordinate the work of Field Service Technicians, can manage team of up to 40+ members.


• Work closely with customers to address their needs; find automation solutions that work best for them.


• Consistently identifies new sources of business.


• Conduct monthly inventory and truck inspections. Help to accurately count and maintain inventory numbers in the Service Department.


• Participate in the recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training process of new employees.


• Provide coaching, mentoring, and leadership to direct reports including training new employees on proper automation solutions.


• Approve timecards, vacations, sick leave, and credit card purchases.


• Resolve personnel problems by investigating issues, identifying solutions, and taking action.


• Administer employee discipline and corrective action processes.


• Monitor employee performance and administer employee annual performance reviews.


• Ensure that employees are complying with company policies, work protocols, and follow all safety rules.


• Work with other managers to coordinate work schedules and on call lists.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Comply with all safety work procedures and maintain a safe and clean work environment.


• Keep accurate records of all hours logged, inventory parts used, and services performed.


• Provide excellent service to customers.


• Maintain professional behavior and proper communication with internal and external contacts, including company employees, customers, and outside vendors.


• Effectively manage time, follow directions, and complete work within specified time.


• Successfully complete requested training classes and maintain all necessary safety certificates.


• Maintain a sound understanding of all industry safety norms and regulations.


• Properly utilize and care for and secure all company tools, supplies, and vehicles.


• Efficiently follow orders from Management.


• Checks and responds to all company communications on all scheduled workdays, including voice mail, emails, and text messages. Makes sure that old voice mails are cleared regularly so that the mailbox does not get full.


• Complies with all applicable Company safety requirements.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent from an accredited institution.


• 10+ years of experience with PLC/RTU Instrumentation & Controls.


• Must have experience with various PLC and RTU platforms, a working understanding of oil & gas facility applications.


• Previous experience in the oil and gas industry required.


• Prior supervisory experience required.


• Valid driver's license with good MVR required.


• Demonstrated computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office.


• Mechanical aptitude and experience, familiar with working with tools.


• Must be of sound physical health due to the rigors of the work.


• Must be a quick learner, follow instructions, and team well with others.


• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, vision and dental insurance, 401K retirement savings plan, company paid life insurance and paid time off. Our company maintains a strong policy of equal employment opportunity for all associates. We hire, train, promote and compensate associates on the basis of personal and professional competence and potential for advancement without regard for race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability or citizenship, as well as other classifications protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

About Lone Star Corporation

Lone Star prides itself on the reputation that it has built providing instrumentation and electrical installation and maintenance for a wide variety of heavy industrial markets. Our 100% commitment to customer satisfaction ensures that our clients have a competitive advantage on all of their electrical projects. Our goal is to improve value without sacrificing quality, reliability, or excellent service. Quality work demands quality people so apply today!