Head of Automation (m/w/d) - Tunisia

Head of Automation (m/w/d) - Tunisia
WeWire

What you will do
Define and implement the automation strategy for the Tunisia plant in alignment with global standards and business objectives
Drive the automation roadmap across production, logistics, and supporting processes (Industry 4.0, IoT, data integration)
Identify, prioritize, and implement automation and digitalization opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and cost efficiency
Lead automation projects from concept to implementation, including business case definition and ROI tracking
Establish and further develop automation infrastructure (e.g. machine connectivity, data collection, MES integration) to ensure transparency and reliable KPIs
Ensure stable and efficient operation of automated systems, including integration with maintenance and production
Build, lead, and develop the local automation / industrial engineering / digitalization team
Act as the technical authority for automation topics on site and drive capability building within the organization
Collaborate closely with production, maintenance, quality, IT, and global engineering teams
Standardize automation concepts, interfaces, and systems across the plant
Support troubleshooting of complex technical issues related to automation, data systems, and machine interfaces
Ensure documentation, knowledge transfer, and training for sustainable system usage

What convinces us:
University degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, or comparable
Several years of professional experience in automation within a manufacturing environment (ideally automotive or high-volume production)
Strong expertise in industrial automation
Proven track record in implementing automation or digitalization projects in production environments
Experience with machine connectivity, data acquisition and industrial IT systems
Leadership experience in building or managing technical teams (Head / Lead level preferred)
Ability to work strategically while remaining hands-on
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured and pragmatic mindset
Intercultural competence and willingness to work in an international environment (Tunisia)
Fluent in English (mandatory)
Fluent in Arabic (mandatory), French is a plus

Who we are:
With around 6,800 employees worldwide, we generate annual sales of approximately €740 million (2025) and are considered a technology leader and global player with our three brands Coroplast Tape, Coroflex and WeWire in the fields of automotive, trade and industry. We develop and produce innovative and customized adhesive tapes, cables & wires not only at our headquarters in Wuppertal, but also at 17 locations worldwide.
As an international family-owned company, we consider candidates regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion or belief, disability, age, or sexual orientation. We believe in a culture of diversity and mutual respect.

Do you have any questions?
Feel free to contact
Dennis Theis T +49 202 2681 0
Coroplast Fritz Müller GmbH & Co. KG
Wittener Straße 271,
42279 Wuppertal, Germany

02.09.2026
Coroplast Group
Tunesien