Machine Build Manager

Hitachi•Holland, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Build Manager leads and supports the Build Team in executing custom automation projects safely, on time, within budget, and to JR Automation’s quality standards. The role works cross-functionally with project managers, engineering, quoting, and other departments to plan resources, manage build activities, communicate project status, and resolve issues. The manager develops team members through coaching, training, accountability, and performance feedback while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. The position also provides technical guidance to internal and external customers and balances quality, safety, cost, and morale to achieve strong results. This is a full-time hourly position based onsite in Holland, Michigan. The role may be required to assume some Project Manager responsibilities as needed. Candidates must successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent certification.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to navigate Excel.
Proficiency in reading part and assembly drawings.
Strong mechanical aptitude with a focus on safety and quality.
Strong leadership skills and ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives with varying priorities.
Experience giving presentations to large groups.
Ability to accept and give direction, set expectations, and hold team members accountable for timing, budget, and customer expectations.
1–3 years of experience providing mentorship.
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, and Lock Out Tag Out training, while employed at JR Automation.
Successful completion of a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Nice To Haves

Related vocational education or Journeyman Certificate.

Responsibilities

Directly supervise the Build Team and other staff, and work cross-functionally with all departments.
Plan, direct, organize, and control the build process and related costs.
Ensure changes and problems are documented and communicated.
Support project managers with customer service, runoffs, planning, and status reporting; assume some Project Manager responsibilities as needed.
Develop team members through training, mentorship, coaching, accountability, and performance feedback, including formal performance reviews.
Promote training and use of the three build development modules; support, promote, and execute company initiatives.
Provide timely service to internal and external customers and communicate technical information and critical processes to the project team.
Manage daily operations by planning materials, floor space, and resources while considering needs across the business unit.
Support the quoting team with input on concepts, hours, and material costs.
Establish and maintain a plant-wide teamwork culture through leadership, encouragement, and training.
Address current and future staffing needs and participate in interviewing.
Conduct team meetings to communicate workload, hours, and company policy updates.
Champion continuous improvement and mentor team leaders in lean philosophy and tools.
Analyze the assigned area for improved production methods, tool design, communication, reporting, and cost controls, and recommend improvements to the manager.
Facilitate general problem-solving activities to determine corrective and preventative actions.
Understand and positively affect key measures, balancing quality, safety, cost, and morale.
Uphold high standards of safety, on-time delivery, and product quality.