Electrical and Fluid Power Manager

Location: Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America Job ID: R0131672 Date Posted: 2026-06-18 Company Name: WRIGHT INDUSTRIES, LLC Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades Job Schedule:  Full time Remote: No Job Description: 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 we’re always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as an  Electrical and Fluid Power Manager. Location Type:   The position is onsite in Nashville, TN. What We Offer: • Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave • Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects • A collaborative, engineering-driven environment • Career growth and skill development opportunities • A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter How You’ll Make an Impact: • Direct supervision of the Electrical & Fluid Power team and other staff. • Work cross-functionally with all departments. • Plan, direct, organize, and control the electrical and fluid power processes and related costs. • Ensure that changes and problems get documented and communicated. • Support project managers with customer service, runoffs, planning, and status reporting. • Strive to achieve the highest level of performance from team members as it relates to their individual ability. • Support, promote, and execute company initiatives. • Provide timely customer service to both internal and external customers. • Communicate technical information and critical processes to the project team. • Manage the daily operations by planning the use of materials and resources while also considering other needs within and across the business unit. • Support the quoting team by giving input on concepts, hours, and material costs. • Establish and maintain a teamwork culture plant wide through leadership, experience, positive attitude, encouragement, and training. • Review performance data to measure productivity, efficiency, and utilization to determine areas that need improvement. • Drive process improvements in the organization and work area to optimize efficiency. • Set employee expectations, provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to insure employees meet • company expectations as needed and during formal performance reviews. • Develop the Electrical & Fluid Power department through leadership, mentoring, and training. • Demonstrate a commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety, on time delivery, and quality of our products. • Address current and future staffing needs along with participating in the interviewing process. • Conduct Electrical & Fluid Power team meetings to keep the team informed of workload, hours, and company policy updates. Note:  This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities. What You’ll Bring: • High School diploma or equivalent, 5 years’ electrical experience. • Related vocational education preferred. • Journeyman’s card preferred. • Proficient with Microsoft Office. • Comprehensive knowledge of Schematic interpretation, Fluid Power & Electrical, Machine wiring, and Troubleshooting. • Strong mechanical aptitude with a focus on safety and quality. • Strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives with varying priorities. • Proven ability to accept and give direction, set expectations, and hold team members accountable to meet timing, budget, and customer expectations. • 3+ years’ experience providing mentorship. • Ability to maintain a steady pace while bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and climbing onto and beneath machines. • Ability to lift to 50 lbs. as required. • Ability to obtain a Hi-Lo (Forklift), Aerial Platform and Overhead Crane license while employed at JR. • Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred. • Travel at least 20% of the time, domestic or international. Disclaimer:  JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check. Company Overview:  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 push what’s possible 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 [contact in the portal] Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.