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Automation Manager

City: Samut Prakan

We are Reckitt

Home to the world's best loved and trusted hygiene, health, and nutrition brands. Our purpose defines why we exist: to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We are a global team united by this purpose. Join us in our fight to make access to the highest quality hygiene, wellness, and nourishment a right and not a privilege.

Supply

Our supply chain is the backbone of our business. It's how we get our trusted products to people all over the world, safely and efficiently. And it's our talented and passionate teams that make this happen. If you're looking for a career in supply chain, there's no better place to be than Reckitt. We offer a variety of exciting opportunities in all areas of the supply chain, from planning and procurement to manufacturing and logistics. You could join our Global Supply Planning team to develop and implement our global supply strategy, or work with our Procurement Centre of Excellence team to negotiate and manage our supplier relationships. Our Manufacturing Excellence team help us improve the efficiency, quality and safety of our manufacturing operations, and our Logistics Excellence team develop new and innovative ways to distribute our products to customers.

About the role

Are you ready to lead the future of automation? As Automation Manager, you will be the driving force behind our digital transformation, ensuring our facilities operate with cutting-edge technology, efficiency, and security. Your work will shape smarter, safer, and more sustainable operations.

Your responsibilities

Lead Automation Strategy: Develop and implement automation improvement plans aligned with global standards.
Drive Digital Transformation: Integrate smart technologies (IoT, AI, predictive analytics) to optimize performance.
Ensure Cybersecurity Compliance: Apply ISA/IEC 62443 standards to safeguard Operational Technology systems.
Champion Sustainability: Implement automation solutions that reduce energy consumption and support environmental goals.
Manage Full Project Lifecycle: Oversee FAT, SAT, commissioning, and validation protocols for automation systems.
Collaborate Across Functions: Work with IT, engineering, and operations to ensure seamless integration.
Build Capability: Train and mentor teams on advanced automation technologies.
Support Site Standards: Ensure adherence to automation and integration standards when working with capital engineering and external contractors.
Execute Validation Protocols: Assist in developing and executing FAT, SAT, commissioning, and Computerized System Validation (CSV) protocols related to process automation and control systems.
Minimize Downtime: Supervise processing machines and equipment to reduce downtime while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The experience we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, or related engineering field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in automation systems maintenance and project management within manufacturing environments.
Strong knowledge of PLC, SCADA, and industrial control systems, including FAT, SAT, commissioning, and Computerized System Validation (CSV).
Familiarity with ISA/IEC 62443 cybersecurity standards and Operational Technology best practices.
Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies such as IoT, AI, and predictive analytics is an advantage.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with ability to collaborate across IT, engineering, and operations teams.
Fluent in Thai and good command of English (spoken and written) for local and global coordination.

The skills for success

Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of automation systems, control strategies, and industrial standards (ISA/IEC 62443).Problem-Solving & Analytical Thinking: Ability to diagnose complex issues and implement effective solutions quickly.Project Management: Skilled in planning, executing, and monitoring automation projects within timelines and budgets.Leadership & People Management: Capable of leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders.Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication in English, both written and verbal, for collaboration across global teams.Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy and compliance in automation processes and documentation.Health & Safety Awareness: Commitment to maintaining safety standards in all automation activities.Adaptability & Continuous Learning: Ability to embrace new technologies and drive innovation in automation.Customer Focus: Understanding internal and external customer needs to deliver high-quality solutions.Financial Acumen: Ability to manage budgets and optimize costs in automation projects.

What we offer

With inclusion at the heart of everything we do, working alongside our four global Employee Resource Groups, we support our people at every step of their career journey, helping them to succeed in their own individual way. We invest in the wellbeing of our people through parental benefits, an Employee Assistance Program to promote mental health, and life insurance for all employees globally. We have a range of other benefits in line with the local market. Through our global share plans we offer the opportunity to save and share in Reckitt's potential future successes. For eligible roles, we also offer short-term incentives to recognise, appreciate and reward your work for delivering outstanding results. You will be rewarded in line with Reckitt's pay for performance philosophy.

Equality

We recognise that in real life, great people don't always 'tick all the boxes'. That's why we hire for potential as well as experience. Even if you don't meet every point on the job description, if this role and our company feels like a good fit for you, we still want to hear from you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability or medical condition; colour, ethnicity, race, citizenship, and national origin; religion, faith; pregnancy, family status and caring responsibilities; sexual orientation; sex, gender identity, gender expression, and transgender identity; protected veteran status; size or any other basis protected by appropriate law.

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