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Location Type: This is an onsite position in Nashville, TN. 

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Direct supervision of the Build Team and other staff.
• Work cross functionally with all assembly departments, as well as Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, Machine and Fab, and other divisional Assembly Managers.
• Plan, direct, organize and control the build process, resources, and related costs.
• Ensure that changes and problems get documented and communicated.
• Support project managers with customer service, runoffs, planning, and status reporting.
• The Build Manager may be required to assume some responsibilities of the Project Manager on an as needed basis.
• Strive to achieve the highest level of performance from team members as it relates to their individual ability.
• Promote training and the use of the 3 build development modules.
• Support, promote, and execute company initiatives.
• Provide timely customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Communicate technical information and critical processes to the project team.
• Manage the daily operations by planning the use of materials, floor space, and resources while also considering other needs within and across the division.
• Support the quoting team by giving input on concepts, hours, and material costs.
• Establish and maintain a teamwork culture plant wide through leadership, experience, positive attitude, encouragement, and training.
• Set employee expectations, provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to insure employees meet company expectations as needed and during formal performance reviews.
• Develop the Machine Build department through leadership, mentoring, and training.
• Demonstrate a commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety, on time delivery, and quality of our products.
• Address current and future staffing needs along with participating in the interviewing process.
• Conduct team meetings to keep the team informed of workload, hours, and company policy updates.
• Champion continuous improvement activities and mentor team leaders in the use of lean philosophy and tools
• Continuously analyze the assigned area of responsibility for improved methods of production, tool design, communication, reporting and cost controls; make recommendations to manager for improvements.
• Facilitate general problem-solving activities with the intent of determining corrective and preventative actions.
• Understand and positively impact key measures. Balance quality safety, cost, and morale to achieve positive results in all areas.

Note: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What You’ll Bring:

• High school diploma, or equivalent. Related vocational education or journeyman certificate preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and the ability to navigate Excel.
• Proficient in reading part and assembly drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a focus on safety and quality.
• Strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives with varying priorities.
• 5+ years leadership experience.
• Experience in giving presentations to large groups.
• Proven ability to accept and give direction, set expectations, and hold team members accountable to meet timing, budget, and customer expectations.
• 1-3 years’ experience providing mentorship.
• Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred.
• Ability to maintain a steady pace while bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and climbing onto and beneath machines.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Ability to obtain a Hi-Lo (Forklift), Aerial Platform and Overhead Crane license, along with Lock Out Tag Out training, while employed at JR.

Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.