Project Manager, Operations Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager

Description
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 get stronger across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us as a Project Manager in Lake Orion, MI as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life.

This is an onsite position located in Lake Orion, MI. You must be able to commute to your assigned location daily.

• You will provide leadership for projects including scope, risk, timing, cost, and quality.

• As the customer's main point of contact, you will spend most of your time communicating and facilitating the design and build process and ensuring customer satisfaction.

• During the project you will report status updates. After project completion you will share best practices and lessons learned utilizing the JR Project Execution Process (PEP).

• Act as the driving force for the team, promoting cooperation, conflict resolution & negotiation.

• Have an in-depth understanding of the financial details and budget of each assigned project.

This list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or equivalent combination of experience and education.

• 4+ years of experience in Project Management.

• PMP certification preferred, not required.

• Comprehensive understanding of Project Management best practices and processes, including but not limited to MS Project, critical path analysis and change management.

• History of managing customer contracts and relationships as well as indirectly managing teams.

• Actively listen, probe, and identify concerns. Develop credibility, loyalty, trust, & commitment.

• Ability to negotiate, resolve conflict and proactive decision analysis.

JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.

Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.

Fueled by Possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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