Currently seeking a Testing Operations Supervisor, who is responsible to co-lead a 200+ member team of Salaried Bargaining Unit (SBU) workforces in the areas of Durability testing, Mileage Accumulation, Vehicle Dynamics, Emission Build, Special Test Ops, Brake testing, Stockroom, Safety Impact and Performance testing. The selected individual will have experience in Supervision and possess a broad knowledge of the automotive industry, namely vehicle testing, development and certification. This person must have unquestioned integrity. Additionally, the Supervisor will present outstanding teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills.
Job responsibilities include but not limited to:
Co-Lead a workforce of test drivers, stockkeepers and mechanics in a 24/7 3-shift operation.
Maintain current safety protocols and develop new improvements for supervisors, drivers and mechanics.
Ensure test vehicles are driven according to test schedule with proper conformance.
Ensure drivers and mechanics properly document all vehicle issues and potential customer concerns.
Ensure test vehicles are properly maintained and work orders completed in a timely manner to avoid unnecessary down time.
Lead on-going process improvements and best practices across the facilities in order to drive improved performance regarding safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale.
Ensure drivers are properly trained to perform all durability testing.
Develop and maintain a positive relationship with drivers, mechanics, union officials, and management in other departments onsite.
Able to work additional hours as required, including holidays and weekends when needed.
Requirements:
ONSITE 100%
Previous supervision/leadership experience
Experience working in a union environment
Familiarity with Proving Grounds testing and operations
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written
Able to work additional hours as required; including holidays and weekends when needed
Preferred qualifications:
Degree in business, management, engineering or automotive
Automotive vehicle repair knowledge
Strong leadership skills, with focus on employee coaching and development
Experience in data analysis to support decision making
Established in 2006 as a Finite Element Analysis based company, InDepth has grown to become a full service provider to the Automotive, Bus & Truck, EV/HEV, Amusement Park & Themed Entertainment, Medical Devices, Aerospace and Consumer Product industries.
Our experience spans from run-of-the-mill CAE simulations, carrying out scientific research in a specific field of study as well as providing complete turnkey product development solutions.
Utilizing cutting edge software and technological advancements, we are able to consistently bring in creativity and innovation in our design solutions.
VISION STATEMENT
Become a one-stop solution for all of our customers' design needs.
MISSION STATEMENT
Approach every challenge with a passion for excellence and provide value added engineering solutions with customers’ need at the core. Keep up our principles of quality, consistency, on-time delivery, attention to detail and professionalism.