Site Manager

FFT Produktionssysteme GmbH & Co. KG; Greer, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical benefits

401k with employer match

Job summary

FFT Production Systems, Inc. is seeking a Site Manager to lead on-site automation projects, overseeing installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical systems, PLCs, and robotics.

You will coordinate with engineering, programming, and maintenance teams to ensure project success while upholding safety and quality standards. The role requires coordinating client communications, managing timelines and budgets, and willingness to travel or relocate for project assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, or related fields).
• Proven experience managing on-site operations for automation or industrial projects.
• Knowledge of joining technologies (e.g., resistance welding, MIG/MAG, laser, adhesive applications).

Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site activities related to the implementation of automation systems, including electrical systems, PLCs, robots, and joining technologies.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the client and the project team, ensuring clear communication and alignment with project goals.
• Supervise the installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of automation systems.
• Ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve on-site challenges.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Electrical systems

PLCs

Robotics

On-site project management

Problem solving

English proficiency

Travel/Relocation willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Industrial robots

Automation systems

Job description

Join FFT Production Systems, Inc., a global leader in automotive automation solutions with over 2,800 skilled professionals worldwide. Trusted by industry leaders, we pioneer innovative production technologies. Join our Assembly & Mechanical Engineering team and shape the future of automotive automation with us!

We are seeking a highly skilled Site Manager to lead and oversee the execution of automation projects directly on-site. This role is critical to ensuring the successful implementation, integration, and commissioning of systems, while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

• Manage all on-site activities related to the implementation of automation systems, including electrical systems, PLCs, robots, and joining technologies.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the client and the project team, ensuring clear communication and alignment with project goals.
• Supervise the installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of automation systems.
• Ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, programming, and maintenance teams, to resolve on-site challenges.
• Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards at all times.

Your profile

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronics, Automation, or related fields).
• Experience:
  • Proven experience in managing on-site operations for automation or industrial projects.
  • Strong background in integrating electrical systems, PLCs, and robotics.
  • Knowledge of joining technologies (e.g., resistance welding, MIG/MAG, laser, adhesive applications).
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting and commissioning automation systems.
  • Familiarity with customer standards such as BMW, Magna, GM.
• Leadership Skills: Exceptional problem-solving abilities and the capability to lead on-site teams effectively.
• Language Skills: Advanced English proficiency (B2/C1) for international collaboration.
• Availability: Must be willing to travel extensively or relocate for project assignments.

What we offer*

• Relocation Assistance: Available to candidates outside South Carolina.
• Medical Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life, and short/long-term disability insurance available from the first day of employment.
• Retirement Plan: 401k with a 2% employer match (subject to eligibility).
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  • 12 vacation days (pro-rated for the first year).
  • 2 personal days.
  • 6.5 sick days.
• Company-Paid Holidays: 10 holidays per year.
• Immigration Support: Sponsorship and management of immigration procedures for candidates with a valid TN visa.

Work Eligibility:

Candidates must be eligible to work in the USA without initial visa sponsorship or possess a valid TN visa.

* Our benefits may vary depending on location