Direct Supervisor: Chief Financial Officer

FATA Automation, Inc., located in Auburn Hills, is seeking a full-time Accountant.

FATA Automation, Inc., located in Auburn Hills, is seeking a full-time Staff Accountant. The ideal candidate will be results oriented with a general understanding of accounting processes related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger. The position will encompass a wide variety of responsibilities, including the following:

• Prepare and process AIA billings, subcontractor pay request, sworn statements and waivers.
• Record cash receipts in accounting system.
• Make collection calls on past due accounts.
• Setup projects with budgets.
• Assist with accounts payable processes.
• Cash management.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures.
• Prepare weekly cash flow projections.

Position requires a responsible, professional and detail-oriented individual possessing strong organization and communication skills.  Experience with Acumatica software is a plus.

Education & Experience

• Preferred college degree with a concentration in accounting or equivalent work experience.

Schedule

• This position will be full-time 40 hours Monday-Friday, core office hours are 8:00am -5:00pm with some flexibility on start and end times.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with match
• Paid time off.

Send your resume to [email protected]

FATA Automation has been a pioneer in providing cutting-edge material handling and conveyance solutions for manufacturing companies across the globe since 1936.  Over the decades, the company has transformed numerous challenges into success stories, establishing a reputation for innovation and reliability in the industry.

We have an international presence with offices located in Mexico City (Mexico) and Turin (Italy), and our World Headquarters is located Auburn Hills, Michigan (USA).  All our offices work to a “global team” concept; supporting each other as required in engineering, production, project management, sourcing and purchasing.

In 2025, FATA Automation took a significant step in its evolution by becoming a 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company.  This transformation aligns with FATA Automation’s long-standing mission to deliver exceptional material handling solutions while fostering a committed and motivated workforce, giving them a direct stake in the company’s future.

Job Description: Mechanical Project Engineer

Direct Supervisor:  Mechanical Engineering Manager

Required Skills

• Experience in detailed system and component mechanical design (conveyor experience preferred)
• Proficient 2-D AutoCAD experience is required
• SolidWorks or Inventor 3-D design experience preferred (FEA is a plus).
• The ability to quickly concept cost effective solutions to a customer’s requirements/changes
• Ability to perform design calculations (i.e. drive sizing, machine elements, structural elements, etc.)
• Preparing Excel spreadsheets – capable of writing formulas
• Must be well organized and have a keen sense of urgency
• Able to prioritize several concurrent projects in order to meet schedule milestones
• Generate engineering release requisitions
• Documentation control
• Field engineering
• Drawing checking
• Candidate will be a great team player who works well with our customers, company management and the project team

Job Duties

• Lead a team of mechanical engineers designing all types of conveyor components and systems
• Interface with project engineering/management to verify equipment requirements
• Liaising with electrical and software engineers and vendors in product development
• Attending design reviews, and customer job-site meetings, when required
• Travel to customer meetings, manufacturing vendors or job sites.
• Provide technical support to project managers, equipment assemblers and site supervisors
• CAD Design, development and engineering from a conceptual idea.
• Perform duties of the mechanical engineer or designer when requested

Experience

• Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years Engineering Experience designing and implementing in the conveyor / automated material handling system
• Knowledge of structural steel elements, material handling and production systems
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Send your resume to [email protected]

FATA Automation has been a pioneer in providing cutting-edge material handling and conveyance solutions for manufacturing companies across the globe since 1936.  Over the decades, the company has transformed numerous challenges into success stories, establishing a reputation for innovation and reliability in the industry.

We have an international presence with offices located in Mexico City (Mexico) and Turin (Italy), and our World Headquarters is located Auburn Hills, Michigan (USA).  All our offices work to a “global team” concept; supporting each other as required in engineering, production, project management, sourcing and purchasing.

In 2025, FATA Automation took a significant step in its evolution by becoming a 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company.  This transformation aligns with FATA Automation’s long-standing mission to deliver exceptional material handling solutions while fostering a committed and motivated workforce, giving them a direct stake in the company’s future.

Job Description: Electrical Engineering Manager

Direct Supervisor: Vice President of Engineering

Required Skills 

• Efficient in 2-D AutoCAD (AutoCAD/Inventor 3-D experience preferred)
• Detailed system/component design practices (Conveyor experience preferred)
• Experience designing PLC control systems.
• Thorough understanding of VFD motor control, Allen Bradley Controls, Control RSLogix 5000, Armorstart Motor Controllers, Powerflex Drives, DeviceNet and Ethernet communications, PLC programming, Control Logix and Guard Logix programming, and Panelview programming.
• Generate engineering requisitions
• Documentation Control
• Field Engineering
• E-plan experience is a plus

Job Duties

• Coordinate and direct projects. Making detailed plans to accomplish goals and direct the integration of technical activities with assigned mechanical engineers and designers.
• Analyze technology and resource needs to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• Plan the installation, testing, operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment.
• Direct, review, and approve product desgin and changes.
• Recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Review budget, and subcontracts, and direct engineering subcontracors.
• Develop and implement policies, standards, and procedures for the engineering and technical work performed in the department.
• Perform administrative functions such as reviewing and writing reports, approving expenditures, enforcing rules, and making decisions about the purchase of materials or services.
• Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.
• Check designs and drawings for accuracy and compliance to company/industry standards.
• Interface with Mechanical Engineering to verify equipment requirements.
• Schedule and attend design review meetings.
• Some jobsite travel expected for customer meetings, line-ups, inspections, and support.
• Provide technical support to Project Managers, Site Supervisors, Purchasing, Documentation, Vendors and Suppliers.

Experience

• Minimum of five years relevant engineering experience
• 4 Year Electrical or Science Degree in Engineering

Preferred Experience With

• ePlan
• Allen Bradley Controls
• Control RS Logix 5000
• ArmorStart Motor Controllers
• Powerflex Drives
• DeviceNet and Ethernet communications
• PLC programming
• Control Logix and Guard Logix programming
• Panelview programming

Send your resume to [email protected]

FATA Automation has been a pioneer in providing cutting-edge material handling and conveyance solutions for manufacturing companies across the globe since 1936.  Over the decades, the company has transformed numerous challenges into success stories, establishing a reputation for innovation and reliability in the industry.

We have an international presence with offices located in Mexico City (Mexico) and Turin (Italy), and our World Headquarters is located Auburn Hills, Michigan (USA).  All our offices work to a “global team” concept; supporting each other as required in engineering, production, project management, sourcing and purchasing.

In 2025, FATA Automation took a significant step in its evolution by becoming a 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company.  This transformation aligns with FATA Automation’s long-standing mission to deliver exceptional material handling solutions while fostering a committed and motivated workforce, giving them a direct stake in the company’s future.

Job Description: Controls Engineer – Site Support

Direct Supervisor:  Electrical Engineering Manager

Required Skills 

• Thorough understanding of 24v DC, 120v AC, 240v AC, and 480v AC electrical circuits, in both single and three phase.
• Thorough understanding of VFD motor controls.
• Experience with AutoCAD.
• Ability to manage time and priorities.
• Ability to be a great team player who works well with our customers, company management and the project team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willing to travel within North America including Mexico up to 80% of the time.
• This is a site support role that will be stationed at a customer job site.

Job Duties

• Work with a team of electrical engineers designing and commissioning all types of conveyor components and systems
• Interface with project engineering/management to verify equipment requirements
• Liaison with electrical and software engineers and vendors in product development
• Attending design reviews, and customer job-site meetings, when required
• Travel to customer meetings, manufacturing vendors or job sites
• Provide technical support to project managers, equipment assemblers and site supervisors
• CAD Design, development and engineering from a conceptual idea
• Perform duties of the mechanical engineer or designer when requested

Experience

• Conveyor Systems for the Automotive Manufacturing
• Familiar with GM, Ford, and FCA Electrical Controls Standards
• 4 Year Engineering Degree
• Minimum of three years of experience designing PLC Systems

Preferred Experience With

• ePlan
• Allen Bradley Controls
• Control RS Logix 5000
• ArmorStart Motor Controllers
• Powerflex Drives
• DeviceNet and Ethernet communications
• PLC programming
• Control Logix and Guard Logix programming
• Panelview programming

Send your resume to [email protected]

FATA Automation has been a pioneer in providing cutting-edge material handling and conveyance solutions for manufacturing companies across the globe since 1936.  Over the decades, the company has transformed numerous challenges into success stories, establishing a reputation for innovation and reliability in the industry.

We have an international presence with offices located in Mexico City (Mexico) and Turin (Italy), and our World Headquarters is located Auburn Hills, Michigan (USA).  All our offices work to a “global team” concept; supporting each other as required in engineering, production, project management, sourcing and purchasing.

In 2025, FATA Automation took a significant step in its evolution by becoming a 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company.  This transformation aligns with FATA Automation’s long-standing mission to deliver exceptional material handling solutions while fostering a committed and motivated workforce, giving them a direct stake in the company’s future.

Job Description: Project Manager

Direct Supervisor: Director of Projects

FATA Automation, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to oversee conveyor projects.  It is a full-time position with an anticipated 10 – 20% travel requirement.  This is a salary position.

Job Duties

• Oversee multiple conveyor projects (mostly Automotive industry).
• Generate and track Change Order Requests for added scope on projects
• Develop and maintain project schedules using Microsoft project
• Develop and maintain project Schedule of Values.  Obtain Owner approval for monthly billings and ensure FATA Accounts payable has proper data to submit an invoice.
• Generate and maintain Open Issues lists on a weekly basis and publish to Customer / FATA internal project teams.
• Generate Requests for Quote for major installation subcontractors, obtain and validate their pricing, and issue purchase requisitions to FATA Purchasing.
• Oversee FATA Site Managers during installation phase of the project.  Travel to jobsite as necessary to accomplish this.

Desired Skills/Experience

• A minimum 5 years Project Management experience in the Conveyor industry
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related fields
• Solid communication skills.

Send your resume to [email protected]

FATA Automation is an Employee-Owned Company that has been a pioneer in providing cutting-edge material handling and conveyance solutions for manufacturing companies across the globe since 1936. Over the decades, the company has transformed numerous challenges into success stories, establishing a reputation for innovation and reliability in the industry.

  Direct Supervisor:

• Vice President of Sales

 Job Responsibilities:

• Sales Activities:
  • Identifying new sales opportunities through prospecting, cold calling, and networking.
  • Developing and managing existing accounts to meet sales targets.
  • Providing product presentations to potential clients.
  • Preparing and delivering sales proposals and quotes.
  • Negotiating contracts and closing sales deals.
• Customer Relationship Management:
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with customers and partners.
  • Understanding customer needs and recommending appropriate conveyor solutions.
  • Providing ongoing support to customers after sales.
• Sales Process Management:
  • Managing the entire sales process from lead generation to closing to final payment.
  • Maintaining accurate records of sales activities and customer information in CRM system.
  • Tracking and reporting on sales progress and performance.
• Industry Knowledge:
  • Staying up to date on industry trends and competitor activities.
  • Participating in industry trade shows and events.
  • Understanding the specific needs of different industries that utilize conveyor systems.
• Coordination and Collaboration:
  • Working closely with internal teams, such as engineering, cost estimating, and program management.
  • Communicating effectively with all stakeholders throughout the sales process.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or post-secondary degree in engineering, business administration, or marketing, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of technical sales experience in capital equipment; experience in automotive conveyor systems, paint systems, automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS), electrified monorail systems (EMS), skid conveyor systems is highly preferred.
• Existing customer base in automotive and non-automotive companies that utilize conveyance systems is a major plus
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, especially within automotive body shops, general assembly, and paint shops
• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-driven, with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally as required

Send your resume to [email protected]

Department: Sales / Proposals
Reports To: Sales Director
Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The Sales and Proposal Specialist is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, managing client relationships, and leading the end-to-end proposal development process. You will translate complex client needs into highly compelling, technical, and commercial sales proposals. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills, a strategic mindset, and a proven track record of writing winning business pitches.

Core Responsibilities

• Customer management: Foster current customers and build relationships with new customers.  Use CRM tools to track communication, build and capture plans. Strategically plan out each customer’s organization and align appropriate contacts within their organization and ours.
• Lead Generation: Identify prospective clients through proactive market research, networking, and cold outreach.
• Needs Assessment: Conduct discovery meetings with potential clients to evaluate business requirements and build deep, consultative relationships.
• Proposal Management: Own the entire proposal lifecycle, including analyzing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), establishing timelines, and organizing content.
• Content Creation: Draft, edit, and design clear, persuasive sales proposals, presentations, and executive summaries.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with technical, legal, product, and financial teams to gather data and ensure proposal accuracy.
• Pricing & Strategy: Partner with management to determine profitable price schedules, commercial terms, and competitive positioning.
• Deal Closing: Deliver final presentations, address client inquiries, negotiate contract terms, and successfully close the sale.
• Pipeline Tracking: Maintain complete accuracy of all sales activities, leads, and proposal stages using the company CRM platform.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred. Alternatively, in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience in automotive business, sales, technical writing, or grant and proposal development.
• Writing Skills: Exceptional business writing, proofreading, and editing capabilities with strict attention to detail.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and verbal pitch delivery skills.
• Technical Savvy: Proficiency with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools like Salesforce and advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Project Management: Ability to manage tight deadlines, multitask, and work calmly under pressure in a fast-paced corporate environment

Send your resume to [email protected]

Department: Purchasing
Reports To: Purchasing Manager
Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The Engineering Procurement Coordinator serves as the technical liaison operating directly between Engineering and the Purchasing team. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, this role is dedicated to receiving structured Bills of Materials (BOMs) provided by Engineering, auditing data integrity, verifying make/buy item designations, and loading validated purchase requirements into FATA’s Infor SyteLine ERP platform. This position ensures flawless item master setup, proper parent-child BOM hierarchy, and swift generation of purchase requisitions for the procurement team.

Core Responsibilities

• Engineering BOM Intake & Verification: Receive formal Bills of Materials directly released by Mechanical and Controls Engineering. Review and audit spreadsheets and system exports for complete part numbers, manufacturer details, descriptions, quantities, and correct units of measure (UOM).
• Infor SyteLine ERP Data Loading: Enter, import, and maintain multi-level manufacturing BOM structures, job materials, and item masters within Infor SyteLine. Configure part source rules, ensuring buy items generate timely purchase demands.
• Direct Engineering Alignment: Collaborate closely with Engineers to clarify BOM discrepancies, missing specifications, vendor item numbers, or unit-of-measure conflicts before loading data into SyteLine.
• SyteLine Requisition Generation: Trigger and release purchase requisitions in SyteLine, prioritizing critical-path and long- lead components to facilitate prompt review and purchase order generation by buyers.
• Engineering Change Notices (ECN): Audit, process, and reconcile design modifications and engineering BOM revisions in SyteLine, updating open job orders and adjusting purchase demands in real time.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Technology, or related field
• ERP Experience: 1+ years of hands-on experience utilizing Infor SyteLine ERP (or comparable manufacturing ERP) for BOM data entry, item maintenance, or requisitioning.
• BOM Data Handling: 1+ years of practical experience processing, auditing, or managing multi-level Bills of Materials within a manufacturing, assembly, or engineering environment.
• Writing Skills: Exceptional business writing, proofreading, and editing capabilities with strict attention to detail.
• Cross-Functional Communication: Clear, professional interpersonal skills to interface smoothly with engineers and purchasing personnel.
• Technical Savvy: Proficiency with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools like Salesforce and advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite.
• Data Literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data sorting, filtering, formulas, formatting) for preparing BOM imports.

Send your resume to [email protected]

Department: Operations
Reports To: Operations Manager
Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

The Quality Assurance Coordinator is responsible for supporting and managing FATA’s quality assurance and compliance initiatives across assembly, manufacturing, supplier management, and customer-facing operations. This role ensures products, processes, and documentation meet internal standards, customer requirements, and industry best practices.

The position serves as the primary coordinator for quality documentation, inspections, corrective actions, supplier quality management, and compliance programs including Avetta, ISNetworld (ISN), and ISO quality management requirements. The Quality Assurance Coordinator works cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Purchasing, and Field Services to drive continuous improvement and maintain operational excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Quality Assurance

• Develop, maintain, and improve quality control procedures and processes.
• Perform and coordinate inspections of incoming materials, work-in-process assemblies, and completed equipment.
• Monitor quality performance and identify trends requiring corrective action.
• Investigate quality concerns and coordinate root cause analyses.
• Track and maintain non-conformance reports (NCRs), corrective actions, and preventative actions.
• Ensure adherence to customer specifications and internal quality standards.
• Maintain quality records and inspection documentation.

Compliance Management

• Serve as the primary administrator for:
  • Avetta
  • ISNetworld (ISN)
  • Customer compliance and qualification portals
• Monitor and maintain required documentation, including:
  • Insurance certificates
  • Safety data
  • Training records
  • Contractor qualification documentation
  • Certifications and renewals
• Ensure compliance requirements are completed accurately and on time.
• Coordinate responses to customer audits and compliance reviews.

ISO Quality System Support

• Maintain quality manuals, procedures, work instructions, and controlled documents.
• Support internal quality audits and management reviews.
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of ISO-compliant quality systems.
• Track corrective actions resulting from audits and assessments.
• Promote adherence to documented quality processes throughout the organization.

Supplier Quality Management

• Assist with qualification and approval of new suppliers.
• Monitor supplier certifications and compliance requirements.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and maintain supplier quality records.
• Work with Purchasing to resolve supplier quality issues.
• Support supplier corrective action requests when necessary.

Training and Communication

• Assist with quality-related employee training programs.
• Communicate quality expectations and compliance requirements across departments.
• Promote a culture of quality and accountability throughout the organization.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate’s degree in Quality Management, Manufacturing Technology, Engineering Technology, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance, manufacturing, industrial automation, or a related field.
• Experience with compliance management platforms such as Avetta and ISNetworld preferred.
• Experience supporting ISO quality management systems preferred.
• Experience with supplier quality programs and auditing is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of quality assurance principles and methodologies.
• Knowledge of ISO quality management systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills. Strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.

Send your resume to [email protected]

Department: Operations
Reports To: Production Manager
Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Production Technician to join our growing team. This hands-on role involves the assembly, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of equipment, primarily for conveyor and material handling systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, a collaborative attitude, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Qualifications

•  Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Must have communication skills and be able to work as part of a coordinated team
• Must be able to read prints and drawings
• Must be able to drive a Hi-Lo or Fork Lift and lift heavy materials
• Must be able to operate a Bridge Crane
• Knowledge of conveyor industry is preferred
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Two years or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 Duties

•  Prepare and stage material to assemble and build equipment.
• Perform equipment setup, operation, equipment adjustments and minor preventative maintenance tasks to meet all standards for safety, quality and efficiency.
• Run tests on all assemblies and equipment to test for safety and productivity before they are put into production.
• Troubleshoot problems and work with related departments (engineering and purchasing) to identify solutions.
• Inspect and test finished products before they are shipped to site

Send your resume to [email protected]