Configuration Manager

Trust Automation

Trust Automation has over 30 years of experience in custom motors, linear drives, digital drives, and systems which meet the unique needs of its customers. Its product line includes motors, linear drives, digital drives, custom assemblies, and products to fit unique applications and ground-up system design and manufacturing solutions.  We design, build and support control and power management systems for the most demanding defense, semiconductor, industrial automation, and medical applications.

Trust Automation is an equal opportunity employer and committed to attracting, hiring, developing, and retaining a skilled, productive, and diverse workforce, personnel with competencies and experience related to the regional and State population.  Every employee has an "at-will" relationship with Trust Automation.  This means that employment with Trust Automation is at the mutual consent of the employer and the employee and is subject to termination by either party at will, with or without cause or advance notice

Job Summary

The Configuration Manager leads the configuration management (CM) function across the product lifecycle, from engineering prototype through to high-volume manufacturing and postdelivery support. This role is responsible for defining, managing, and continuously improving configuration management and change control processes to ensure data integrity, traceability, and efficient product realization. The Configuration Manager also supervises the Configuration Management and Document Control teams, providing leadership, mentoring, and performance management to support departmental and company-wide objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.

Leadership, People Management, and HR Duties

• Supervise, mentor, and develop the Configuration Management and Document Control
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, team check-ins, and annual performance
• Identify training needs and development opportunities for direct reports; provide coaching, feedback, and growth planning.
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring for CM and Document Control roles; onboard and train new team members.
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional
• Ensure team adherence to company policies, procedures, and HR standards, including time and attendance, conduct, and compliance.
• Collaborate with Human Resources on employee relations issues, corrective actions, and career development planning.

Process Ownership and Cross-Functional Leadership

• Own and continuously improve configuration management and document control policies, procedures, and documentation within ERP and PLM systems.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to optimize the accuracy, efficiency, and scalability of CM and DC practices.
• Develop and deliver training programs and documentation (e.g., Knowledge Base articles, SOPs, flowcharts) on configuration control, ERP usage, document control, and change management best practices.
• Facilitate and lead configuration-related meetings, including Change Control Board (CCB) sessions.

ERP and Data Management

• Oversee accurate and timely data entry into the ERP system for all configurable items, including:
  • Electronic components and PCBAs
  • Cables, mechanical parts, and assemblies
  • Firmware and software releases
  • Assembly and test fixtures
  • Special processes and finishes
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), Production Lists (PLs), and Service Production Lists (SPLs).
• Coordinate with Engineering, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Quality, and other departments to ensure complete and accurate product datasets.
• Integrate drawings, instructions, fixture references and external facing documentation into BOMs to support production planning, capacity management, and traceability.

Change Management & Document Control

• Gate and manage the flow of content changes from redline proposal to release, ensuring accuracy and stakeholder approval.
• Support and improve the Issue System (ISS), Change Orders, and other related
• Oversee and standardize document control processes, including document creation, review, approval, distribution, and archival.
• Ensure timely and accurate release of controlled documents, drawings, and records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate Approved Manufacturer Lists (AMLs) in coordination with Engineering and Supply Chain.
• Oversee the release and revision of a wide range of documentation:
  • Mechanical/electrical drawings, electronic schematics, source control documents
  • Work instructions (internal build/test, CM use, field instructions)
  • Quality and process documentation (procedures, forms, and templates)
• Ensure released content complies with configuration and document control standards and supports efficient downstream use.
• Monitor document control metrics and implement continuous improvements to enhance efficiency, traceability, and compliance.
• Serve as escalation point for document control issues and process deviations.

Quality and Continuous Improvement

• Support implementation of Quality Management System (QMS) processes, including:
  • NCR (Non-Conformance Reports)
  • CA (Corrective Actions)
  • CI (Continuous Improvement)
  • RMA (Return Material Authorizations)
• Lead root cause analysis and implement changes to prevent recurring configuration or documentation issues.
• Measure and improve the reliability and responsiveness of CM and DC processes and tools.

Position Requirements 

• Associate's degree in a technical or business-related field; Bachelor's preferred, or equivalent experience (10+ years in CM, PLM/ERP, or document control systems).
• Minimum 3 years in a supervisory or team leadership
• Extensive experience with ERP and PLM systems in a manufacturing or product development environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio), Adobe Acrobat, and task management tools such as JIRA.
• Strong understanding of revision control, BOM structures, document control systems, and product lifecycle management.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational
• Effective verbal and written communication, including cross-functional training and
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams while fostering accountability and alignment with business goals.
• This position may be asked to drive for company purposes during the course of employment. If asked and agreed upon, employees must possess a valid California Driver's License and clean driving record.
• May participate in the identity verification process to access secure client or government portals by authorizing certified supplier or customer management platforms to obtain information from your personal credit profile or other information, solely to verify your identity.

Physical Requirements

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person, on the telephone or virtually.
• Dexterity of hands, fingers, and wrist to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, or assemble/manufacture intricate items.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials.
• Sitting or standing for extended period of time.
• Physical agility to lift up to 50 pounds to shoulder height. Any items that weigh more than 50 pounds will require two or more people or a lifting device to move.
• Physical agility to lift, carry, push, or pull objects.

Pay/Salary Information Pay scale for this position depending on experience- $128K - $134K Annually

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