Leading provider of comprehensive waste management services across North America.
13 days ago
$118,000 - $148,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Kansas City, Missouri, United States
Remote
Company Size
48,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
The Area Automation Manager oversees automation systems across Missouri and surrounding states, acting as the primary liaison between WM's Automation Group and site contacts. This role ensures that automation and controls engineering activities align with corporate objectives while supporting landfills, wastewater treatment, biogas extraction, renewable energy, recycling, telematics, fleet, and organics processing.
Key responsibilities include providing subject‑matter‑expert day‑to‑day support for automated and electromechanical process control systems, ensuring policy compliance and cybersecurity, managing the lifecycle of OT assets, and developing a roadmap for OT maturity. The manager also collaborates with IT and operations teams, creates and executes automation strategies, and documents all data in shared work environments.
Waste Management is an equal opportunity employer in both the United States and Canada, providing accommodations for candidates who need them during the selection process. The position is remote but requires up to 40% travel within a designated area, and candidates must reside near a major airport in MO, TN, AR, KS, IA, or IL.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED plus four years of experience with industrial electrical controls, automation, instrumentation, and process design. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree, ISA Certified Control Systems Technician, or Certified Automation Professional certifications.
The salary range is $118,000–$148,000, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, a stock purchase plan, 401(k) match, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.