Saumya Macwan
About Saumya Macwan
Saumya Macwan serves as the Automation Team Lead at SSI SCHÄFER, where he provides technical support for electro-mechanical automation material handling equipment. With expertise in various automation technologies, he manages team schedules and coordinates repairs and upgrades.
Work at SSI SCHÄFER
Saumya Macwan has been employed at SSI SCHÄFER in Brampton, Ontario, Canada, since 2019. Initially serving as an Automation Technician, he transitioned to the role of Automation Team Lead in 2021. In his current position, he oversees the automation team, coordinating daily operations and managing issues that arise. He prepares maintenance schedules on a weekly and monthly basis and reports on team performance monthly. His responsibilities also include providing technical support for electro-mechanical automation material handling equipment, particularly focusing on Robot Picking assisted by Deep Vision Intelligent from Cognex.
Education and Expertise
Saumya Macwan holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering from Gujarat Technological University, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. He further enhanced his technical knowledge by obtaining a college diploma in Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology from Sheridan College in 2018. His expertise encompasses a range of automation technologies, including Siemens S7-300/400/1200, Simatic HMIs, servo motors, frequency drives, SICK Barcode encoders, Cognex Barcode readers, and KUKA picking robots.
Technical Support and Coordination
In his role as Automation Team Lead, Saumya Macwan provides essential technical support for various automation systems. He is responsible for coordinating and managing day-to-day issues that arise within the team. His role involves preparing schedules based on customer requirements and consulting on major repairs, upgrades, and replacements. Additionally, he conducts audits of spare parts daily usage to ensure operational efficiency.
Professional Experience
Saumya Macwan has accumulated significant experience in the automation field over his career. His tenure at SSI SCHÄFER has allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of electro-mechanical systems and automation technologies. His hands-on experience includes working with advanced automation equipment and leading a team to achieve operational goals. He has been instrumental in implementing effective maintenance schedules and performance reporting, contributing to the overall success of the automation department.