Job Description

Location:

Ogden, Utah, United States

Job ID:

R0117416

Date Posted:

2026-01-15

Company Name:

J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Production & Skilled Trades

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

The Opportunity:

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the

world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and weare alwayslooking to get stronger across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us as theGeneral Managerof ourSalt LakeCity, UTdivisionas we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life

In this pivotal role, you will oversee operations, drive strategic growth, and inspire high-performing teams to achieve excellence.We’relooking for a seasoned leader with deepexpertisein automation and amusement, a passion for innovation, and the ability to shape the future of advanced manufacturing. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to make an impact, this is your opportunity tolead ata global industry leader.

HowYou’llMake an Impact:

• Develop and drive the business unit’s strategic business plan along withidentifyingandreporting outkey metrics

• Responsible for effective planning, delegating, coordinating, staffing, organizing, and decision making toattaindesirable profit-making results for an organization.

• Managingthe dailyoperations of ourbusiness unit.

• Coaching and Developing others- byidentifyingthe needs of others and coaching mentoring or otherwise helping others to improve their skills or knowledge.

• Communicating across the organization necessary business and strategic information, and effectively communicating with customers and people outside the organization as well

• Provide key input into the development ofthe Company’sstrategic business plan

• Analyze and manage operational data to ensure strategic plan adherence, organic growth, and alignment of departmental priorities.

• Manage and develop organizational talent to positionourorganization for growth

• Facilitate process improvement initiatives across the organization.

• Understand and recommend resource allocation tooptimizebusiness unit revenue

• Provide direct leadership, mentoring, and coaching to direct reports

• Collaborate with Human Resources to develop, drive, and enforce HR guidelines, policies and procedures including employee relations

• Drive theutilizationof problem-solving methods for business unit and customer related issues

• Direct and drive new efficiency improvements to achieve team productivity and project performance goals.

• Provide direction to quoting and business development activities (program management, plant capacity).

• Collaborate with Occupational Health and Safety teammembersto develop, drive, and enforce safety guidelines and initiatives.

• Responsible forensuring thatthe entire team has the necessary tools and materials to properly perform their roles safely and efficiently

• Utilize teamwork to develop business unitsynergy

• Direct theutilizationof the company performance metric format to effectively track,monitor, and implement required improvement activities related to business plan, goals, issues, etc.

• Responsible for the safety, quality,productivity,and delivery of all plant operations and colleagues.

• Drive quality and delivery to lead the marketplace in strategic market segments

• Ensure ISO and quality standards are met or exceeded

Note:This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities

WhatYou’llBring:

Education

• A bachelor’sdegree in engineeringisrequired

• Advanced degree or MBAis stronglypreferred
  (Alternatively, anadditional5 years of leadership experience beyond the requirements listed below may be considered)

Experience

• 8–10 years of progressive leadership experience within automation and amusement industries

• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale operations and leading cross-functional teams

• Proven experience with P&L responsibility

• Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred.

Skills

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to drive process improvements and manage change effectively.

Disclaimer:JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Company

At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company,we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we pushwhat’spossible to automate for tomorrow.

Join our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.

Fueled by Possible.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to jrcareers@jrautomation.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.