Site Manager

WHO WE ARE

KNAPP brings new technology to warehouse automation. The KNAPP Group is a global provider of intelligent automation solutions for intralogistics and manufacturing, specializing in the sectors healthcare, fashion/apparel, general retail, food retail, industry and service. We live and breathe automation. We, more than 8,000 employees of the KNAPP Group in over 60 locations worldwide, shaping the future-oriented industry of intralogistics are dedicated to making complexity simple. One of KNAPP’s primary goals is to use continuous innovation to drive warehouse automation forward, always with the specific needs of the customers in mind. KNAPP Group’s unrelenting development activity is evident in everything from automated order picking systems and continuing refinement of container handling technology to its state-of-the-art, industry leading software solutions.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

A Site Manager is responsible for all project metrics, including safety, quality, schedule, and customer satisfaction as it is related to the On-Site Phase. The following, at a minimum, must be performed: Essential Functions: Coordinateallsub-vendoron-siteactivitiesanddeliveries Ensureallrequiredon-sitecommunicationbetweenprojectstakeholders,installationteam, commissioning team, suppliers, etc. occurs in a time frame and to the level of detail necessary for a successful project MonitorandensurethatallcarriedoutworkiscompliantwithOSHAandcustomersafety rules, if applicable Ensureproperplacement ofsafetysignsandprovidesafetytraininginaccordancewiththe Graz, Austria standards Monitorandensurethatallon-sitetasksanddeliverablesareperformedon schedule Maintaininternalinstallationandcommissioningschedule(progress,milestonecompletion, minor delays) and trigger updates, if significant changes are necessary Holdregular(minimumweekly)sitecoordinationandprogressmeetingswithKnapp supervisor,installationandcommissioningteam,andvendors,anddistributemeeting minutes to all participants and Knapp stakeholders Holdweeklysitesafetymeetingswithallsub-vendorsandfileprotocols TakeallnecessarystepstocoordinatewiththeCustomerandensurecustomerdeliverables are provided timely and accurately Providesitestatusreportsandscheduleprogress/divinationreportsonaweeklybasis Managerentalequipment andsitesupplies(office, tools,miscellaneous) Support,organize,andsourcelocalsupplies,when necessary SubmitalladditionalmaterialrequeststoHeadof Installation Makequalitychecksofinstalledequipmentanddocumenttheresults Managetheunloadingofdeliveries PrepareandperformstaticacceptanceswiththeCustomer Prepareandperformsub-vendortestingandacceptance Organize shipments to return materials Produce,distribute,andfiledocumentationasrequiredtoensureallon-siterequirementsare satisfied and all possible risk to Knapp is mitigated. Apartiallistofdocumentationproducedby aSite Manageris: Meetingminuteswithactionitems Critical path schedules (tracking the progress in % and delays on a weekly basis) Statusreports(internalandexternal) Openissueslist Workinghourreports Progressreportforforecast Know and understand when and to whom an issue needs to be escalated in order to eliminate negative impact on a project Operate and negotiate independently within Knapp policies, procedures, and directives Develop and maintain good lines of communication with Knapp team members and stakeholders based at Knapp AG (parent company) or other Knapp subsidiaries Act as primary customer interface for on-site activities Coordinate change order pricing and proposals In addition, manage the following tasks during the commissioning phase: Create resource and project schedule in coordination with the technical departments during the on-site phase Identify risks impacting schedule, handover dates and quality Attend project steering committee meetings Attend all other project-related meetings, as needed Actively drive the project schedule Facilitate daily meetings with on-site team and extend to 2nd meetings, as needed (mass test, KIT) Supervise mass and integration tests and report accordingly Schedule customer training, ensure completion of the training, and provide that customers’ expectations are met Clarify ramp-up expectations with Customer Manage coordination and alignment with project management in case of changes (CR) Serve as main point of contact for assigned projects, Knapp internal and external Hold regular project alignment meetings Lead and coordinate project startup team on-site by establishing a matrix organization, as well as coordinate project startup travels in alignment with the team and department managers Provide periodic project status reports to the startup department managers regarding timelines, deadlines, cost, and quality Attend customer meeting during CIT and coordinate open points with the team General Responsibilities: Maintainqualityofservicebyensuringeffectivecommunicationbetweenbothcustomers and Knapp Makesurereportsarewellwrittenandlegible Implement site quality procedures, safety procedures, and any statutory procedures HoldregularmeetingswiththeCustomerRelationsManagertodiscussactivitiesand progress Providemaintenanceservicesupporttotheinstalledsystem Ensureallspareusageissuesareloggedappropriatelyandquicklywiththecustomerand Knapp US spare parts team Ensurethetoolingandequipmentsuppliediswellcaredforandisalwaysina presentable/usable condition Provideflexibilityandthebestuseofskillsandcapabilities Ensure all timesheets and documentation are accurate and legible with all the correct job numbers entered, and presented to Knapp US on a weekly basis for supervisor’s approval

WHAT YOU HAVE

Minimum3years’experienceina relatedindustry or service Validdriver’slicense Effectiveoralandwrittencommunicationskills Possess the ability to work independently and on customers’ sites Working Conditions and Environment: Overtimeasrequiredby work 100%travelrequired Professionalofficeandcustomersiteetiquetteisrequiredatalltimes Authorizationtoworkin theU.S. Passportortheabilitytoobtainapassport Physical requirements may include: sitting, squatting, walking, reaching out to arm’s length, reaching over-head, lifting between 50-100 pounds, and reading

WHAT YOU WILL GET

Industry competitive compensation Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more! 401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting! Paid Vacation & Holidays Profit Sharing Paid Parental Leave Subsidized Daycare Tuition Reimbursement Pet Insurance KNAPP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other basis protected by law. Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position, strict adherence to KNAPP’s drug-free workplace policy is required. All candidates will be subject to drug-screening in accordance with the policy and will be expected to remain drug-free during their employment. There will be no exception if recreational or medical use of marijuana is permitted in the location of employment and/or residence or if use of marijuana is only during “off-hours.” #J-18808-Ljbffr Socket.dev