Site Manager I (ASRS/Installation)

About UsDaifuku 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 SummaryThe 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 technologiesProvides on-site oversight of installation; serves as on-site contact and coordinates installation activities with the customer site managerAssists the project manager to develop installation budgets and schedules; informs project manager of all site activities, particularly those that affect costs, schedule, and resourcesPlans and monitors implementation according to the master schedule; reports on progress and issues and takes corrective action as neededAssigns resources to installation and testingLeads site coordination meetings, including preparing agendas and publishing minutesCoordinates the staging of project materials and equipmentEnsures safety procedures and local and state laws are followedTravels up to 90%Bachelor’s degree in a technical engineering field or equivalent experienceMinimum of 5 years of material handling industry experience, preferably with distribution centers and warehouse automation; construction experience a plusFork lift and OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certificationKnowledge of materials handling, warehouse management systems (WMS), fulfillment or distribution center operations, and supply chain logisticsKnowledge of automation projects involving machines, robotics, controls, and softwareUnderstanding of the project management processAbility to lead work teams and projects effectivelyAbility to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced results-oriented environmentProblem-solving skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills and listening skillsStrong organization and collaborative skillsSelf-motivated and detail-orientedAbility to work weekends and evenings as required, particularly during project go-live eventsMust be able to speak, read and understand the English language

Created: 2025-11-15