ILUS - Project Manager - Daifuku - United States

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 01:00:25 -0600

Overview

About Us

Daifuku Intralogistics America Corporation is a leading provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs a full spectrum of intralogistics solutions to meet client needs. These include leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice- and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, a suite of warehouse controls & execution software, robotics, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), mezzanines, and structures, all backed by critical round-the-clock service and support.

If you want to join a team of industry leading experts who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!

Job Summary

The Project Manager manages material handling automation projects involving a wide variety of equipment, machines, software, controls, and technologies.

Responsibilities

Plans, executes, and completes material handling equipment projects involving structures, conveyors, machinery, controls, and software

Manages project financials and project resources, often in multiple locations

Manages relationships and contracts with multiple partners and vendors

Creates and maintains a documented project plan and schedule; keeps complete records of every project including a change log, action items, issues and risk monitoring log

Follows Wynright standards for documentation and software development

Provides verbal and written updates to projects, including in-scope deliverables, project issues, and risks

Travels up to 50%

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Operations Management or equivalent experience

Minimum of 7 years of project management experience

Project Management Professional certification

Knowledge of materials handling, warehouse management systems (WMS), fulfillment or distribution center operations, and supply chain logistics

Knowledge of automation projects involving machines, robotics, controls, and software

Knowledge of the software development life cycle (SDLC)

Knowledge of business accounting and contracts

Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project skills

Ability to handle multiple project assignments and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced results-oriented environment

Leadership skills

Self-motivated and detail-oriented

Excellent verbal and written communication skills and listening skills

Strong organization and collaborative skills

Ability to work weekends and evenings as required, particularly during project go-live events

Must be able to speak, read and understand the English language

Benefits Summary

Generous PTO which includes Vacation, Sick, Floating Holidays and Company Observed Holidays

Health insurance including prescription drugs, dental, and vision insurance coverage, at a nominal monthly cost for you and your dependents

Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Health Care expenses

Daifuku Intralogistics 401K Plan with a company match

Voluntary and Company paid life insurance along with company paid short- and long-term disability insurance

Allow us to invest in you and join our Tuition Reimbursement Program

EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans

Federal Contractor

If you need assistance applying to an open position online, please email Careers@daifukuia.com.