Mid Level Automation Manager Jobs
Mid level automation manager jobs go to professionals ready to own automation initiatives end to end, make architecture decisions with limited oversight, and guide junior engineers through complex deployments. Hiring runs across Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Consulting & Professional Services, with 25% remote or hybrid availability, and employers like RoviSys Building Technologies, SBF Search, and Grant Thornton (US) competing for talent at this level now.
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Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend®, and Kimberly-Clark Professional®. At Kimberly-Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.
You were made to create Better Care for a Better World. As a person, you’re a problem-solver – a connector – someone who thrives on creating order from complexity and driving continuous improvement. You see the big picture while mastering the details, ensuring that every product, process, and partnership flows with precision and purpose. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, always working to turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success stories. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.
About You
In one of our Supply Chain roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. Job responsibilities include:
- Leading Material Movement Automation projects across the network, ensuring successful planning, execution, and implementation.
- Leading cross-functional project teams and Supply Chain workstreams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and project objectives.
- Managing project execution, including timelines, risks, action items, roles and responsibilities, and stakeholder communications.
- Providing Supply Chain and Operations expertise to support project deliverables, operational readiness, startup, and ramp-up.
- Leading steering committee meetings, business case development, and capital funding authorization for major projects.
- Coordinating capital and project expense budgets and manage the portfolio of business activities within the 0–18 month horizon.
To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional projects from scope development through implementation, startup, and project closeout.
- Strong project management experience, including managing project schedules, budgets, risks, resources, action plans, and key milestones.
- Demonstrated understanding and practical application of LEAN and CI principles and tools.
- Ability to provide leadership and influence for multi-function programs and issues.
- Ability to learn quickly and self-direct work
- High level of communication skills, both written and verbal
- This position will require travel 50+% of the time
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Supply Chain
- Experience managing capital, manufacturing, operations, systems, or logistics focused projects
Led by Purpose. Driven by You.
Total Benefits
We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.
Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.
To Be Considered
Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.
In the meantime, please check out the careers website.
And finally, the fine print….
For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
Employment is subject to verification of local policies.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.
Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.
This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.
#LI-Remote
# LI- Hybrid
Salary Range: 116,380 – 143,740 USD
At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.
PRIMARY LOCATION
USA-REMOTE
WORKER TYPE
Employee
WORKER SUB-TYPE
Regular
JOB TYPE
Full time
Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend®, and Kimberly-Clark Professional®. At Kimberly-Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.
You were made to create Better Care for a Better World. As a person, you’re a problem-solver – a connector – someone who thrives on creating order from complexity and driving continuous improvement. You see the big picture while mastering the details, ensuring that every product, process, and partnership flows with precision and purpose. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, always working to turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success stories. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.
About You
In one of our Supply Chain roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. Job responsibilities include:
- Leading Material Movement Automation projects across the network, ensuring successful planning, execution, and implementation.
- Leading cross-functional project teams and Supply Chain workstreams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and project objectives.
- Managing project execution, including timelines, risks, action items, roles and responsibilities, and stakeholder communications.
- Providing Supply Chain and Operations expertise to support project deliverables, operational readiness, startup, and ramp-up.
- Leading steering committee meetings, business case development, and capital funding authorization for major projects.
- Coordinating capital and project expense budgets and manage the portfolio of business activities within the 0–18 month horizon.
To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional projects from scope development through implementation, startup, and project closeout.
- Strong project management experience, including managing project schedules, budgets, risks, resources, action plans, and key milestones.
- Demonstrated understanding and practical application of LEAN and CI principles and tools.
- Ability to provide leadership and influence for multi-function programs and issues.
- Ability to learn quickly and self-direct work
- High level of communication skills, both written and verbal
- This position will require travel 50+% of the time
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Supply Chain
- Experience managing capital, manufacturing, operations, systems, or logistics focused projects
Led by Purpose. Driven by You.
Total Benefits
We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.
Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.
To Be Considered
Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.
In the meantime, please check out the careers website.
And finally, the fine print….
For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
Employment is subject to verification of local policies.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.
Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.
This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.
#LI-Remote
# LI- Hybrid
Salary Range: 116,380 – 143,740 USD
At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.
PRIMARY LOCATION
USA-REMOTE
WORKER TYPE
Employee
WORKER SUB-TYPE
Regular
JOB TYPE
Full time
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Mid Level Automation Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level automation manager job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just contribution. Highlight projects where you led the automation strategy, made tooling decisions, or resolved production failures independently. Tailor your resume to show measurable outcomes like reduced test cycle time or increased pipeline reliability. Mid level hiring managers want evidence you can run a workstream without close supervision, so lead with specific scope rather than team participation.
Which companies hire mid level automation managers?
Companies hiring mid level automation managers right now include RoviSys Building Technologies, SBF Search, and Grant Thornton (US), based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from both large enterprises building out QA and DevOps functions and mid-size technology firms scaling their release infrastructure.
Are there remote mid level automation manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry. About 25% of mid level automation manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for distributed engineering talent. Fully remote roles tend to cluster in software and financial services, while manufacturing and industrial sectors more commonly require on-site presence for lab access and production system integration.
How do I move up to a mid level automation manager role?
The path to mid level starts with consistently delivering reliable automation systems and then expanding your scope beyond assigned tasks. Build depth in a core stack, volunteer to own a framework migration or CI/CD improvement, and document the measurable impact of your work. Mentoring one or two junior teammates and taking responsibility for a full project lifecycle, not just individual stories, signals readiness for mid level responsibilities.
Which industries hire the most mid level automation managers?
Mid Level automation manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate at scale with high-volume release cycles, complex infrastructure, or regulated production environments that require dedicated automation ownership rather than ad hoc scripting.