Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and communities. We foster an inclusive environment while honoring a legacy built on family, where everyone can be themselves.
If you are ready to join an industry leading organization where our people are the most important asset, and innovation propels us into the future, you’re ready to take your seat at La-Z-Boy Incorporated.
WE BELIEVE IN THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF COMFORT
Job Summary:
This position will lead a team of engineers to plan, design, develop and integrate new technology to modernize and improve our manufacturing methods through the implementation of automated processes. This position will partner with research and development to support product design for automation actions. Coordinates efforts of internal and external engineering resources, vendors, integrators to improve existing and introduce automated processes to increase capacity and maximize safety, quality and productivity.
Job Description:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties as assigned):
- Leadership and Management: Lead and mentor a team of automation engineers, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities. Develop and implement strategic plans for the automation engineering department.
- Project Management: Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align automation projects with overall business objectives. Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of automation projects. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align automation projects with overall business objectives.
- Technical Expertise: Design and develop advanced automation systems and solutions. Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance automation capabilities. Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues related to automation systems.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation. Implement best practices and standards for automation engineering. Monitor and analyze performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand automation needs and requirements. Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to senior management. Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and partners.
SCOPE & IMPACT:
This position is responsible for the specification, design, execution, and tracking of multi-million-dollar automation capital projects required to support and modernize the business. This position will balance the needs of Innovation Center part design, manufacturing plant requirements, technology integration (robotics, advanced controls, E1 interfacing, etc..), and determine the ability to build with our internal Automation team or outsource depending on resource availability, project backlog, and return on investment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with 8-10 years of relevant experience, or equivalent
- 3-5 years of supervisory / leadership experience.
- Up to 50% travel.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s degree in Engineering, Business or Leadership
- Formal Project Management experience; KT methodology
- Experience with MS Office, MS Project and MS Visio application software, as well as mainframe applications.
- Experience with process improvement tools such as ISO 9000, Lean Manufacturing, TPS, Kaizen, Six Sigma, 5-S, VFM, RCPS, VPM, DFM and FMEA
- SolidWorks 3D and/or AutoCAD experience developing mechanical parts, systems, and facility drawings
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: May have up to eight direct reports.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Often required to sit, repetitive hand motion (such as typing), hear, listen, talk, stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb stairs, crawl reach overhead push/pull and lift up to 30 pounds. Seldom required to Climb ladders, kneel, squat, crouch, balance or lift up over 50 pounds.
OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the incumbent for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
At La-Z-Boy Incorporated, we're an equal opportunity employer. We understand that our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and viewpoints add value to our ability to create and deliver the best possible service, quality products, and is of upmost importance as we work together to build comfort. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.We are committed to fostering an environment in which all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to do their best work and bring great ideas to the table. If you are a qualified individual that may need a change or adjustment to the application/interviewing/hiring process as a result of your disability, you may request a reasonable accommodations by emailing our recruiting team at [email protected] or by calling 734-242-1444.
Top Skills
What We Do
La-Z-Boy Incorporated brings the transformational power of comfort to people, homes, and communities around the world—a mission that began when our founders invented the iconic recliner in 1927. Today, we operate as a vertically integrated furniture manufacturer and retailer, committed to uncompromising quality and compassion for our consumers.
Our Retail segment consists of 184 company-owned La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries® stores and is part of a broader network of over 350 La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries®, serving customers nationwide when coupled with La-Z-Boy.com. Joybird®, an ecommerce retailer and manufacturer of modern upholstered furniture, has 12 stores in the U.S. In our Wholesale segment, we manufacture comfortable, custom furniture for our Furniture Galleries® and a variety of retail channels: England Furniture Co., which offers custom upholstered furniture, and casegoods brands Kincaid®, American Drew®, and Hammary®, which provide pieces that make every room feel like home.
The La-Z-Boy Incorporated state-of-the-art, LEED-certified world headquarters is located in Monroe, Michigan. This location along with our Innovation Center in Dayton, Tennessee, and all our North American manufacturing locations all represent our commitment to the environment—we integrate sustainable business practices to reduce the impact of our operations.
Being a great employer isn’t limited to our sustainability or record-breaking safety performance; it also means being a good corporate citizen. In FY 2023, La-Z-Boy Incorporated and the La-Z-Boy Foundation granted more than $3 million to non-profit organizations through monetary and in-kind donations. Our signature partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) helps give families a comfortable home away from home while their children receive much-needed medical care, as we’ve donated more than 15,000 pieces of furniture to RMHC® homes.
Join our team to impact the world through comfort.
 PNG file.png)
