Get to know us: NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven linen management control system that measures and monitors linen utilization by department to eliminate excess internal costs. NOVO's wide range of service programs offer a variety of options to provide a seamless, single source distribution system. NOVO's regional healthcare linen facilities are HLAC accredited and operate with state-of-the-art processing equipment and processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and manage the automation solutions for the linen transfer rail systems and integration with surrounding laundry equipment.
- Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLC, HMI, and automation systems used in production.
- Collaborate with product engineering and production teams to automate overhead rail product introductions and improve existing processes.
- Lead projects to upgrade or integrate new automation equipment, including writing specifications, coordinating vendors, and overseeing installation and commissioning.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and operational procedures in automated processes.
- Analyze process data and production metrics to identify and implement automation improvements.
- Provide technical support and training to maintenance and operations staff on automated equipment.
- Develop and maintain documentation including SOPs, maintenance procedures, and technical manuals.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related field.
Experience:
- 7-10 years of experience in an automation engineering role, preferably in the automotive or exhaust system manufacturing industry.
- Experience with industrial automation systems including PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), and HMIs.
- Familiarity with metal forming, welding, bending, and tube processing equipment is a strong plus.
- Proven project management skills and experience working in cross-functional teams.
Skills:
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in CAD tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and electrical schematics.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
Work Environment:
- Manufacturing facility with a mix of office and shop floor environments.
- May require occasional travel to vendors or other company locations.
- Must be comfortable working around machinery, loud noises, and in high-temperature conditions typical of manufacturing.
What we can offer you as a full-time associate:
Competitive pay
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off Program (PTO)
401(k) w/Employer Match
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Medical, Dental, and Vision Programs
Basic Life/AD&D Insurance
Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Why work for Novo Health Services?
NOVO Health Services strives to be the employer of choice in the hospital sterile and hygienically clean linen industry. To do that, we provide a safe, positive work environment where our associates experience tremendous growth and related opportunities for advancement.
Complete an on-line application at www.novohealthservices.com!
All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin veteran, or disability status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Drug-Free Workplace.