SUMMARY
Perform as On-Site Project Manager for Mechanical, Electrical, and Commissioning scope of complex AMHS Installation equipment at customers facilities. Develop, coach, and build large project teams with approximately 100 members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Level 2
- Lead complex, large, project with most challenging customer and/or schedules.
- Plan, initiate, and manage projects, with a scope typically larger than 50 team members.
- Perform independently of Area Manager
- Lead other site managers/Installation coordinators on larger scale/complex projects
- Able to handle challenging customer interactions, task forces, problem correction with assistance/guidance from manager
General
- Assure creation and adherence to installation site safety procedures.
- Take ownership of project safety execution, conduct routine audits, incident investigations.
- Facilitate and resolve difficult situations with customers, contractors, and team members.
Project Execution
- Take responsibility for project execution and deliverables including assuring a safe, quality and on-time installation. Supervise personnel at site.
- Read and understand project schedules, milestones, and deliverables. Prepare installation working plan and schedule.
- Coordinate and direct installation resource plans at site to meet project requirements.
- Liaison with customer for all installation related activities. Manage communication with project stakeholders.
- Manage project changes, take corrective action, and update project plans and documentation.
- Complete and distribute project installation reports.
- Conduct project closure. Help facilitate project acceptance and handover by completing all installation paperwork.
Project Planning
- Create and manage installation site management documents including organizational chart and contact information.
- Identify project risk to safety, quality, cost and schedule.
- Create and manage installation quality plan and document control plan for projects.
Leadership
- Lead, develop, coach and build Murata and contractor project teams. Provide advice and guidance to team members.
- Facilitate team communications and set expectations, roles and responsibilities.
- Coordinate training, team development, and coaching to build their technical, safety, quality, and interpersonal skill sets.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Associates degree (AS) in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering with 3-5 years of semiconductor automation experience; or equivalent education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
OTHER SKILLS
- Project management skills.
- Time management skills.
- Mechanical/electrical background
-Ability to use unique tools applicable to installation.
- Familiarity with more than one set of the following pieces of equipment operation and maintenance: Stocker, conveyors, AGV's and/or OHT systems
- Ability to us Microsoft Office Programs (including Excel and MS Project).
- Ability to read and understand equipment drawings and identify parts through drawings.
- Safety orientated.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
TRAVEL
Ability to travel more than 90% and remain at site for extended periods (travels may include overseas sites). A valid drivers license and good driving record are required.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities
Skills Required
- Associate degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent education and experience
- 3-5 years of semiconductor automation experience
- Project management skills
- Mechanical and electrical background
- Ability to use installation-specific tools
- Familiarity with at least two equipment types, including Stockers, conveyors, AGVs, or OHT systems
- Ability to use Microsoft Office, including Excel and MS Project
- Ability to read equipment drawings and identify parts
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Safety-oriented work approach
- Ability to travel more than 90% and remain onsite for extended periods, including overseas travel
- Valid driver's license and good driving record
Murata Machinery USA, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Murata Machinery USA, Inc. and has not been reviewed or approved by Murata Machinery USA, Inc..
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Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage is described as comprehensive, with programs emphasizing preventative care and annual health screenings. Feedback suggests health insurance options are a well-established part of the core package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan designed to help employees build long-term savings. Feedback suggests this plan is a standard component for U.S. staff.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Alternative or compressed workweek schedules are available in some departments or sites. Feedback suggests this scheduling flexibility supports work-life balance for certain technical and engineering roles.
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What We Do
Murata Machinery USA, Inc. (Muratec) is a subsidiary of Kyoto, Japan-based Murata Machinery Ltd., specializing in industrial automation. The company provides advanced solutions in machine tool technology, automated material handling, clean room automation, and textile machinery. It serves North American manufacturers through four key divisions: Textiles, Machine Tools, Logistics & Automation, and Clean Factory Automation, focusing on delivering turnkey, globally-advanced automated solutions.
