Overview

Job Summary

The Site Manager directs the on-site implementation activities through completion of material handling automation projects involving a wide variety of equipment, machines, software, controls, and technologies

Responsibilities

• Provides on-site oversight of installation; serves as on-site contact and coordinates installation activities with the customer site manager
• Assists the project manager to develop installation budgets and schedules; informs project manager of all site activities, particularly those that affect costs, schedule, and resources
• Plans and monitors implementation according to the master schedule; reports on progress and issues and takes corrective action as needed
• Assigns resources to installation and testing
• Leads site coordination meetings, including preparing agendas and publishing minutes
• Coordinates the staging of project materials and equipment
• Ensures safety procedures and local and state laws are followed
• Travels up to 90%

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical engineering field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5 years of material handling industry experience, preferably with distribution centers and warehouse automation; construction experience a plus
• Fork lift and OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification
• Knowledge of materials handling, warehouse management systems (WMS), fulfillment or distribution center operations, and supply chain logistics
• Knowledge of automation projects involving machines, robotics, controls, and software
• Understanding of the project management process
• Ability to lead work teams and projects effectively
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced results-oriented environment
• Problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and listening skills
• Strong organization and collaborative skills
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented
• Ability to work weekends and evenings as required, particularly during project go-live events
• Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language

Benefits Summary

• Generous PTO which includes Vacation, Sick, Floating Holidays and Company Observed Holidays
• Health insurance including prescription drugs, dental, and vision insurance coverage, at a nominal monthly cost for you and your dependents
• Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Health Care expenses
• Daifuku Intralogistics 401K Plan with a company match
• Voluntary and Company paid life insurance along with company paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Allow us to invest in you and join our Tuition Reimbursement Program

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