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Automation & Controls Supervisor - Manufacturing

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2026-06-17
Job title: Automation & Controls Supervisor - Manufacturing in Wausau, WI at Apple & Associates Company: Apple & Associates Job description: Automation & Controls Supervisor - Manufacturing
  • 8+ years of hands-on programming expertise and 1+ year of supervisory experience in automation or controls are requirements for this position
  • Associate's degree in electromechanical or automation engineering technology (or related field) is required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred
  • Pay is at $125000/yr for a highly qualified candidate
  • Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder
  • No remote, this is on-site in Wausau, WI area
  • Full-time, permanent, W-2 employee
  • Full benefits
This full-time, permanent Automation & Controls Supervisor - Manufacturing is at a trusted and well-established commercial product manufacturer that values its employees, fosters a supportive work environment, and prioritizes professional growth and development. The employer views employees as their most important asset and heavily invests in training and growing employees. The company is consistently growing and they are always bringing in new, state-of-the-art robots for the continually expanding manufacturing facilities. Unlike many manufacturers, they build their own equipment for their manufacturing facilities. There are a lot of promotional opportunities to move up or to go into other areas of the company.The duties and responsibilities of the successful candidate will include the following:
  • Supervise Automation Technicians and Programmers, assign work, provide mentorship, and ensure proper training and skill development
  • Oversee control system design, PLC/HMI programming, panel builds, machine wiring, and system commissioning while ensuring compliance with safety and electrical codes
  • Independently manage multiple automation projects, troubleshoot complex electrical and hydraulic issues, and ensure seamless system integration
  • Collaborate with customers on project scope, provide technical support and training, and travel for site visits, retrofits, and commissioning
  • Enforce safety standards, approve designs, oversee part procurement, conduct quality audits, and handle administrative tasks like scheduling and performance reviews
The background of the successful candidate must include the following to be considered:
  • 8 or more years of hands-on experience in automation programming
  • 1 or more years of leadership experience in an automation or controls-related role
  • A.S. degree in electromechanical or automation engineering technology (or related field) is required; a Bachelor's degree is preferred
  • Possess a solid work history
  • Being a US citizen or green card holder
  • Having a residence within a 45-minute drive
Expected salary: $125000 per year Location: Wausau, WI Apply for the job now! Apply for this job

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