Automation Supervisor 2nd Shift

Dr. Bronner’s Company Culture

Cool, kind, and capable employees are core to Dr. Bronner’s company culture! Our people are our greatest strength—strong and healthy relationships drive our success. Our workforce is impassioned, collaborative, engaged, and shares a commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and equity. Respect for differences in perspective and experience enriches our community with a sense of belonging. We seek to model a better, more just and caring world in how we show up for work, and how we show up for each other!

“All-One!” Benefits

As All-One, our employees are family. We support our employees to live their best life and to be happy and prosperous, with these benefits*:

• Full company-paid medical (PPO), dental, and vision for employees and dependents
• Annual discretionary bonus
• 13 paid holidays
• Profit-sharing plan for retirement
• Childcare assistance program
• Access to certain health services that may be limited in your state
• Dr. Bronner’s product discounts
• Education Investment Initiative
• Bring Your Dog to Work program
• Free daily vegan lunches
• Green Team and Toastmasters
• Vanpool Program
• Employee Giving Program

*Please note that benefits are offered to eligible employees and are subject to specific terms and conditions.

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Starting Wage

$96,523 to $104,000 yearly depending on experience

Location

On-site position in Vista, CA.

Schedule

1:15 PM to 9:55 PM Monday through Friday

Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and coordinate daily operations and project-based work for the Automation team, in collaboration with the Automation Manager and/or Director of Operations.
• Communicate tasks, goals, and expectations clearly to team members, ensuring alignment with production priorities and safety standards.
• Schedule daily and weekly assignments, manage attendance, and balance workload distribution across shifts.
• Provide hands-on guidance, technical support, and mentorship to technicians in PLC programming, electrical troubleshooting, instrumentation, and mechanical repair.
• Support performance evaluations, corrective actions, and individual development plans to promote skill growth and accountability.
• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training of new Automation Technicians.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for automation-related issues during assigned shifts, coordinating effective communication between shifts and departments.
• Coordinate shift priorities, preventive maintenance, and automation support to meet production and operational goals.

Project Planning & Execution

• Lead planning, scheduling, and execution of automation, operational and capital projects involving production lines, in-house oil refining, and liquid or bar soap manufacturing.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and timelines in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate equipment layout design, installation sequencing, commissioning, and start-up activities.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and costs, providing progress updates to management and stakeholders.
• Work closely with Engineering, Production, and vendors to ensure smooth implementation and adherence to project objectives.
• Contribute technical insights from day-to-day operations to support long-term automation planning and equipment upgrades.

Technical & Maintenance Oversight

• Supervise and participate in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automation and production systems—including motors, pumps, pneumatics, hydraulics, conveyors, sensors, PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, and related components.
• Lead real-time troubleshooting of automation, instrumentation, and electrical control issues to minimize downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Exercise sound judgment during breakdowns or failures to ensure safe, timely, and effective corrective actions.
• Verify that repairs, adjustments, and maintenance work are completed accurately and documented properly.
• Oversee updates to PLC and HMI programs, network configurations, I/O documentation, and electrical schematics to maintain system accuracy and reliability.
• Manage Factory and Site Acceptance Tests (FAT/SAT) and maintain proper validation documentation.
• Support and mentor technicians during maintenance and troubleshooting activities, fostering knowledge transfer and technical growth.

Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and enhance line performance.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for recurring automation or process issues.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, and Maintenance to drive equipment upgrades, control standardization, and process optimization.
• Support Lean manufacturing, ISO, 5S, and Six Sigma initiatives to improve operational efficiency and workplace organization.
• Promote innovation in automation and production technology to improve cost-effectiveness, throughput, and product quality.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication

• Act as the primary point of contact between vendors, contractors, and internal teams during automation or project activities.
• Work closely with Production, Facilities, Finance, and Operations to align automation efforts with company goals and compliance standards.
• Facilitate regular team and project meetings to track progress, resolve issues, and ensure accountability.
• Communicate equipment performance, downtime trends, and improvement opportunities to management and other departments.

Financial & Resource Management

• Contribute to annual budgeting and cost analysis for automation-related projects and maintenance activities.
• Assist with the management of capital and operational budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring alignment with forecasts.
• Oversee ERFs, purchase orders, and procurement of tools, parts, and supplies, maintaining inventory efficiency.
• Optimize labor and resource allocation across ongoing projects and shift coverage.

Compliance, Safety, & Travel

• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, LOTO procedures, and regulatory requirements during all maintenance and project work.
• Oversee facility and equipment shutdowns, ensuring systems are safely de-energized and startup procedures are properly followed.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Travel up to 10% (domestic and international) for vendor visits, equipment sourcing, and training; drive locally to suppliers and offsite company locations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the role.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in automation, engineering, or industrial/commercial maintenance.
• Forklift and pallet jack certification (or ability to obtain)
• Completion of in-house safety training and certifications
• Must have reliable transportation and possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license including proof of personal vehicle insurance coverage and insurability under the Company’s insurance carrier standards.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.)

We understand that not all candidates will meet every qualification and encourage all interested candidates to apply.

Any combination of education and work experience that would be equivalent to the stated minimum requirements would qualify for consideration for this position.

Dr. Bronner’s is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, breastfeeding, or related conditions), veteran status, or other basis protected by law.