Intralogistics Automation Project Manager

Daifuku; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO (Vacation, Sick, Floating

Company Holidays

Health insurance with dependents

401K with company match

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leader in intelligent material handling systems. The Project Manager will oversee automation projects across conveyors, robotics, AS/RS, software, and controls, coordinating multiple disciplines.

You will manage project financials, resources, and contracts, while maintaining records and ensuring adherence to Daifuku standards. Responsibilities include client and supplier relationships, with frequent updates to stakeholders and up to 50% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in PM/Engineering/Operations.
• Minimum 2 years of project management experience.
• PMI PMP certification preferred or obtainable within 1 year.
• Knowledge of materials handling, warehouse management systems (WMS), fulfillment or distribution center operations.
• Knowledge of the software development life cycle (SDLC).

Responsibilities

• Plans, executes, and completes projects involving structures, conveyors, machinery, robotics, AS/RS solutions, racking, controls, and software.
• Responsible for the management of project financials, cost management and project resources.
• Manage simultaneous projects in multiple locations.
• Manages relationships and contracts with multiple customers and suppliers.
• Creates and manages project records in accordance with company standards.
• Follows Daifuku Intralogistics standards for project execution.
• Provides verbal and written updates for projects aligned to company standards.
• Travels up to 50%.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

SDLC knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in PM/Engineering/Ops

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leader in intelligent material handling systems. The Project Manager will oversee automation projects across conveyors, robotics, AS/RS, software, and controls, coordinating multiple disciplines.

You will manage project financials, resources, and contracts, while maintaining records and ensuring adherence to Daifuku standards. Responsibilities include client and supplier relationships, with frequent updates to stakeholders and up to 50% travel.