Site Manager I (ASRS/Installation)

About Us

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we would love to hear from you!

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

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%

• 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