Fives Intralogistics · 2 hours ago
Site Manager
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expFives Intralogistics is seeking a dynamic and experienced Project Manager to lead the assembly, commissioning, and start-up of high-value integrated machine tool cells. The role involves managing project execution, maintaining customer relationships, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
Industrial Automation
Responsibilities
Oversee the full lifecycle of cell: assembly, commissioning, start-up and final process acceptance
Manage daily site operations, ensuring safety, quality, budget and schedule adherence
Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and field service teams to ensure timely delivery and execution
Serve as the primary point of contact for the customer on-site
Maintain strong communication with the customer and internal stakeholders
Deliver high support with strong customer experience mindset
Address concerns with a high sense of urgency and ensures customer satisfaction throughout the project
Oversee all aspects of contract management on site, ensuring compliance with contractual terms with the customer and suppliers (internal and external)
Monitor contractual obligations, manage amendments or change orders, and coordinate contract documentation with the head office
Maintain an updated log of all activities and aspects of the project that might have contractual implications
Identify and anticipate contractual risks, propose solutions in case of disputes or non-compliance, and ensure traceability of all contractual communications
Make sure customers’ expectations are always aligned with internal commitments
Work closely with legal and procurement teams for any contract-related or compliance matters
Communicate and validate engineering issues or requested modifications with the head office
Align project schedules and milestones with the head office
Coordinate with head office procurement activities and ensure timely shipments
Dynamic follow-up with head office departments such as purchasing and engineering for project related deliveries
Escalate and resolve technical or logistical issues
Manage local procurement activities, including sourcing and vendor coordination
Ensure timely availability of materials, tools, and services required for site operations
Coordinate internal and external resources, including subcontractors and suppliers
Track progress against project milestones and budgets
Prepare and present regular status updates to internal and external stakeholders
Identify and mitigate risks and issues proactively
Qualification
Required
Strong sense of ownership and setting that example for the team
Capacity to coordinate a project with multiple international stakeholders
Proven 5 years' experience in industrial project management, preferably in metal cutting or manufacturing environments
Strong appetite and experience for high precision mechanics and advanced machine tools technology
Strong knowledge of assembly, commissioning and start-up processes for manufacturing equipment
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Solutions orientated, proactive in troubleshooting processes
Ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex logistics
Strong commitment and know-how to deliver exceptional customer experience
Preferred
Active PMP Certification is a bonus but not required
Lean, Six Sigma, or related operational improvement credentials
Technical certifications in machine tool operation or industrial maintenance a plus
Company
Fives Intralogistics
WHAT WE DO From system design to start up and beyond, Fives provides and integrates world-class solutions for sorting, warehousing, order picking, material handling and advanced logistics automation.
Founded in 1957Paris, Ile-de-France, FR
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase