Schweikert GmbH | Germany | 74xxx Lehrensteinsfeld, Heilbronn, Neckar | Permanent position | Full time / Home office | Published since: 19.02.2026 on stepstone.de
Head of Automation (m/f/d)
Regardless of whether you are at your professional beginning or already experienced in a specialization area – at Schweikert you are expecting an independent, medium-sized family company with flat hierarchies and short communication paths. A friendly operating climate and respectful handling at all levels are particularly important to us. All our employees receive a performance-oriented income with additional Christmas and holiday money. .
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
THE ACTIVITIES IN THE OVERVIEW Strategic further development of productionMethodical further development of production towards continuous automation Definition and conception of plant and automation concepts Creation of detailed project descriptions and specifications Project management and holistic support of automation projects Independent implementation of projects where technically and economically sensible Perspective design and leadership of a small, powerful team
Innovation, AI & Future Technologies Identification and implementation of AI-based automation solutions Development of creative, novel solutions for process optimization Cooperation with technology partners and members of the AI network IPAI Heilbronn Integration of modern robotics and automation technologies Automation in tool construction (e.g. automated removal of tool surfaces) Evaluation and introduction of new manufacturing and digitization technologies
Operational production optimization Analysis and optimization of cycle times 2nd level error analysis and sustainable troubleshooting Modernisation of existing installations (e.g. press) Design, design and construction of smaller own automation solutions Preparation of training documents and implementation of employee training Documentation and standardization of new processes
REQUIREMENTS Complete study in the field of automation technology, mechanical engineering, production technology or comparable qualification Multiannual experience in production automation Knowledge of robotics, control technology and process optimization Ideal experience in tool construction, forming technology or assembly production Interest and affinity for AI applications in the industrial environment Entrepreneurial thinking and structured working High self-initiative as well as joy in building work Good knowledge of German and English
SERVICES Occupational pension Continuing vocational training Occupational physician Business bike Company events Company Assets Additional holiday days SPECIAL PAYMENTS Holiday allowance Christmas money
Location
| Schweikert GmbH | ||
| 74251 Lehrensteinsfeld, Heilbronn, Neckar | ||
| Germany |
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