Lead Machine Builder

Location: Nashville, Tennessee, United States of America Job ID: R0138148 Date Posted: 2026-07-15 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 grow stronger across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us as a Lead Machine Builder. Location Type: This position is onsite in Nashville, TN. Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Lead Machine Builder with strong mechanical aptitude, proven leadership abilities, and exceptional attention to detail, particularly regarding fit, finish, and high-precision assembly. In this role, you will lead the mechanical build and integration of custom automated machinery from the ground up, serving as a technical resource and mentor to other builders while ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. What We Offer: Competitive wages, medical benefits starting on 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: Assist Engineering in the development phase. Direct supervision of project teams assigned during the build phase. Plan, organize, and control the build process and related costs. Work cross functionally with all departments during all phases of the project including de-bug and runoff. Verify arrival of materials to ensure they are available when needed. Keep the project team up to date on key project detail, and keep the team informed on workload, and hours required. Drive best practice and cost savings opportunities with the build team. Assign and track tasks for the build team so that all resources are used to their full potential during the build phase. Strive to achieve the highest level of performance from each team member as it relates to their individual ability. Set employee expectations, provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to insure employees meet company expectations as needed and during formal performance reviews. Promote and execute build team training through the use of the 3 build development modules. Support, promote, and execute company initiatives. Ensure that changes and problems get documented and communicated. Provide timely customer service to both internal and external customers. Communicate to the Build Manager and Project Manager on open issues, milestones, release status, timing, hours, and budget concerns. Responsible to assist the build manager in developing the build team through leadership, experience, positive attitude, encouragement, and training. Support the quoting team by giving input on concepts, hours, and material costs. Maintain a clean and organized work area. Demonstrate a commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety, on time delivery, and quality of our products. Responsible for holding team accountable to company policy and procedure. Release prints according to timeline schedule – sequencing purchased and in house fabricated parts to arrive when needed. Coordinate tear down and installation schedules including trucking requirements. Lead installation of equipment at customer site which may include coordinating equipment and resources needed on site. Note: This list of responsibilities is not all-inclusive; rather, it is intended as a guideline for the primary duties of the position. What You’ll Bring: High school diploma, or equivalent certification. Related vocational education preferred. Proficient with Microsoft Office tools and the ability to navigate Excel. Proficient in reading part and assembly drawings. Strong mechanical aptitude with a focus on safety and quality. • Proven ability to lead the build of automated machinery. Proven ability to accept and give direction, set expectations, and hold team members accountable to meet timing, budget, and customer expectations. Ability to train and mentor. Ability to maintain a steady pace while bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and climbing onto and beneath machines. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as required. Ability to obtain a Hi-Lo (Fork Lift), Aerial Platform and Overhead Crane license, along with Lock Out Tag Out training, while employed at JR. Ability to provide own hand tools and tool box suitable for the job (a list of those recommended will be provided) Travel up to 20% of the time may be required. This may include domestic and international travel, depending on project requirements. Prior JR Automation experience or experience within the automation industry is strongly preferred 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 more than 2,000 employees across 20+ facilities worldwide and become part of one of the most experienced teams of advanced automation integrators in the industry. 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. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.