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The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people, and we're always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as an Electrical and Fluid Power Manager.
Job Responsibility
Direct supervision of the Electrical & Fluid Power team and other staff
Work cross-functionally with all departments
Plan, direct, organize, and control the electrical and fluid power processes and related costs
Ensure that changes and problems get documented and communicated
Support project managers with customer service, runoffs, planning, and status reporting
Strive to achieve the highest level of performance from team members as it relates to their individual ability
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 and resources while also considering other needs within and across the business unit
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
Review performance data to measure productivity, efficiency, and utilization to determine areas that need improvement
Drive process improvements in the organization and work area to optimize efficiency
Set employee expectations, provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to insure employees meet company expectations as needed and during formal performance reviews
Develop the Electrical & Fluid Power 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 Electrical & Fluid Power team meetings to keep the team informed of workload, hours, and company policy updates
Requirements
High School diploma or equivalent, 5 years' electrical experience
Related vocational education preferred
Journeyman's card preferred
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Comprehensive knowledge of Schematic interpretation, Fluid Power & Electrical, Machine wiring, and Troubleshooting
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
Proven ability to accept and give direction, set expectations, and hold team members accountable to meet timing, budget, and customer expectations
3+ years' experience providing mentorship
Ability to maintain a steady pace while bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and climbing onto and beneath machines
Ability to lift to 50 lbs. as required
Ability to obtain a Hi-Lo (Forklift), Aerial Platform and Overhead Crane license while employed at JR
Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred
Travel at least 20% of the time, domestic or international
What we offer
Competitive wages
medical benefits starting your first day
paid parental leave
Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects
A collaborative, engineering-driven environment
Career growth and skill development opportunities
A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter