Service Manager

ASTEC INDUSTRIES

Parsons, KS

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SKILLS

Coaching, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support/Service, Diesel Engine, Documentation, Electric Motor, Entrepreneurship, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Leadership, Machine Tool, Machining Operations, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Office, On Site Support, Performance Goal Setting, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Support, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk, Roadway Construction, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Systems Maintenance, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Vision Plan, Welding, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Parsons, KS

POSTED

2 days ago

BUILT TO CONNECTPower Flame is a subsidiary of Astec, a global environmentally focused infrastructure and manufacturing company of asphalt road building and aggregate processing including industrial heating. Our mission is to design and build the most innovative products for the industries we serve. Leveraging innovative solutions and technologies, we serve customers all over the world.We're looking for creative problem solvers to build the future with us. Connect with us today and build your career at Power Flame an Astec company.LOCATION: ParsonsABOUT THE POSITIONThe Field Service Manager is responsible for providing superior service to both internal and external customers of Power Flame. The Manager oversees the Field Service Technicians, ensuring that all Powe Flame equipment operates efficiently, installations are correct, and equipment is used effectively.Deliverables & Responsibilities* Evaluate the performance of the Service Department against planned objectives and based on reports from customers, the sales department, and competitors.* Communicate patterns of production quality, setup problems, product failures, and recurring issues to engineering, field service, other product support, and company executives.* Maintain a safe and productive work environment.* Ensure the highest level of customer experience and satisfaction through effective communication both prior and post service work.* Continually evaluate processes to ensure work orders are closed promptly.* Keep field personnel well-informed of company policies, procedures, and updates.* Direct the Service Department in line with Astec policies, goals, and objectives.* Collaborate as a cross-functional team player with other departments.* Set performance goals and deadlines in alignment with the company's plans and vision.* Organize workflow and ensure that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks.* Monitor employee productivity and provide constructive feedback and coaching.* Represent the department at management-level staff meetings.* Participate in and assist with facilitating annual Astec Service School sessions, including Field Service Technician participation.* Act as a liaison between Field Service Technicians and other departments to report field failures and/or unusual findings, determining methods to rectify deficiencies.* Assist customers with equipment needs via email, phone, or other communication methods.* Ensure timely and appropriate responses to all customer inquiries.* Recommend stocking levels of commonly used parts to the Purchasing Department to adequately support Field Service Technicians.* Develop and maintain document retention systems for easy reference of service-related documents.* Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.* Focus on continuous improvement and documentation of processes and procedures.* Promote and educate others on Astec's core values.* Follow company policies, standards, and procedures at all times.To be successful in this role, your experience and competencies are:* Associate's or Bachelor's degree in management or a relevant field of study, or equivalent training and work experience, or a combination of education and experience deemed sufficient by management.* Mechanically inclined, with skills to address hydraulic, electrical, and diesel engine systems and troubleshoot issues.* Preferably with mechanical engineering courses or experience.* Minimum of five (5) years of parts or service experience.* Minimum of three (3) years of team management experience, including remote individuals and groups.* Effective communication skills with customers of varying education levels.* Strong problem-solving and team-building capabilities.* Flexible attitude to accommodate variable time schedules and workloads.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.Supervisor and Leadership Expectations* Responsible for Field Service Technicians and Technical Services Representatives.Our Culture and ValuesEmployees that become part of Power Flame embody the values below throughout their work.* Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers* Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business* Respect for all individuals* Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation* Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure successTravel Requirements: 20% of travel, regional, internationalNOTE: This position responsible for certain internal control responsibilities. These internal control responsibilities are verbally communicated to the incumbent and periodic feedback is provided as it relates to the performance of these internal control responsibilities.WORK ENVIRONMENTManufacturing EnvironmentShop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERAs an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person's veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.

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