Area Automation Manager

Area Automation Manager overseeing and managing automation systems and technologies in the Pacific Northwest for WM. Requires 40% travel and a base in Oregon, Washington, or Idaho.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeRemote • Idaho, Oregon, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $118,000 - $148,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee and manage the automation systems and technologies within the Pacific Northwest
Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) level day-to-day support of automated and electro-mechanical process control systems
Collaborate with IT and OT teams to ensure alignment and integration of systems
Develop and execute a comprehensive automation strategy aligned with business objectives
Train local operators and managers on proper operation of equipment and SCADA systems
Monitor contractor performance and provide feedback

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED (accredited)
4 years of relevant work experience with industrial electrical controls, automation, control systems, instrumentation, and process design
Industrial control wiring
Industrial equipment
PLC/HMI programming
Process design knowledge

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Stock Purchase Plan
Company match on 401K
Paid Vacation
Holidays
Personal Days

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Hard Skills & Tools

automation systemselectro-mechanical process control systemsindustrial electrical controlsPLC programmingHMI programmingindustrial control wiringprocess designinstrumentationSCADA systems

Soft Skills

collaborationtrainingfeedback provisionmanagement

Certifications

High School DiplomaGED