Position Summary:

Supervises and oversees daily production in shops as assigned by the Production Manager. Responsible for coordinating all aspects of assigned projects including, but not limited to; requisitioning equipment, materials and manpower needed to efficiently complete assigned tasks. Supervises staff in multiple departments including: Engine Shop and Dyno Shop.

Level of Authority:

Performs routine duties independently in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Work Environment:

Most of the work is performed in an industrial, non-climate controlled environment. The employee may regularly work near moving mechanical parts; in an area with moderate to extreme noise levels. Safety shoes are required.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise and oversee production and tasks as assigned by the Production Manager.
• Responsible for coordinating and managing all aspects of respective production area, including, but not limited to requisitioning necessary equipment, materials and manpower needed to perform assigned tasks.
• Responsible for tracking and coordinating manpower, production, and budget.
• Responsible for supervising, providing leadership and direction to department staff.
• Responsible for completing administrative paperwork relating to staff and department.
• Responsible for maintaining daily production schedules and ensure safety, quality and production requirements are met.
• Must be able to manage problems and requests from various departments in a professional and timely manner.
• Responsible for analysis of problems and implementing countermeasures to improve department performance in assigned areas.
• Must be able to communicate with supervisors, managers and other company personnel in a professional manner.
• Perform miscellaneous duties to support production functions and quality control procedures.
• Follow all established safety rules and procedures.
• Reports any unsafe conditions and work-related accidents to department manager or the Safety Manager.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by department manager.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations; keeps work environment clean and free of hazards.
• Follows all departmental procedures and policies. Recommends changes to procedure for supervisor approval.

Qualifications and Capabilities:

Technical

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5-7 years experience with an in-depth knowledge of engine building and engine block specifications.
• Must have or acquire basic hand tool set with standard and metric measurement.
• Some computer knowledge.
• Good time management skills.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Physical

• Ability to frequently lift, carry, bend, stoop and/or reach. Ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently (Level 3 Medium Work).
• Mobility sufficient to access shop and used parts or engine storage areas.
• The ability to listen to and understand information through spoken words and sentences.
• Ability to see details at close range.
• Finger, hand, and wrist dexterity sufficient to manipulate hand tools and powered equipment.

Other

• Effective communication/comprehension skills-verbal and written.
• Self-motivated and goal oriented.
• Able to work alone or with minimal supervision.
• Ability to exhibit good judgment and adaptable to different situations.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Must be punctual.
• Confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate effectively, patiently and courteously.
• Ability to handle multiple activities or interruptions at once and to work positively and effectively within a team or self-directed.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Flexible to accommodate change in policies or procedures.
• Able to handle constructive criticism and take direction.
• Good work ethics and with a "positive" attitude.

Use of Tools:

Standard use of office equipment. Hand and power tools. Ability to read measuring equipment: calipers, tape measures and other measuring devices as required.