Test Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

Coordinate the work teams' activities to see that goals are achieved. Direct, supervise, and coordinate test in assigned areas. Through assignment of duties and personal skills, assure timely, technical and efficient fulfillment of the areas responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Plan, supervise, direct and engage in daily test operations, and anticipate test problems, (i.e., material/process/product nonconformance, equipment malfunctions, review of test data/records orders, etc.) such that loss of work hours is minimized and production and quality objectives are achieved resulting in the highest customer satisfaction possible.Utilize skills/experience/training, work hours, equipment, materials and work flow to achieve product conformance and quality objectives; exchange timely information with other supervisors on interdepartmental product flow, on-time delivery and work force needs.Manage on-time delivery performance of the test cells to the dispatch listInstruct, train, orient, motivate and otherwise assist employees so that test and quality objectives are achieved. Participate in the selection/interview process to fill hourly positions and appraise employee performance. Recommend promotions, transfers and work assignments.Provide information /assist managers, research and development, and/or mechanics in their efforts to diagnose product, tooling and equipment malfunctions quickly and thoroughly; initiate efforts aimed at affecting cost reductions, work simplification or improvements in methods or equipment.Supervise departmental safety and housekeeping practices and maintain a constant alert for hazardous conditions; respond to employee injuries by administering first aid, issuing medical authorization forms, investigating accident causes and recommending means to prevent accident reoccurrence. Ensure arc flash safe practices and procedures followed.Keep employees informed of the company rules and regulations, and output/productivity and quality expectations. Issue warnings and other approved disciplinary measures when necessary.Encourage employee communication and endorse an open door policy.Maintain professionalism and stay abreast of new developments through publications, vendors and in-house management training.Coach employees to achieve desired output for safety, quality, schedules and cost.Train employees to enable them to increase their involvement and self-directionFosters an environment that focuses on our 5 core metrics: quality, cost, delivery, safety, and relationships

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Process/product improvementsEquipment management, proper use and calibrationStrategic planning, product design and evaluation of R&D efforts INTERACTIONS:

Coordinates/Cooperates with all shop floor supervision to ensure conformance and timely delivery, test resources are allocated to meet total test load and company objectives.Builds relationships and mentors direct reportsWorks with Engineering, Quality, Test, and Manufacturing to effectively and collaboratively resolve any product issues that arise. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess the ability to work in a fast paced, teamwork environmentMust have a strong sense of urgencyMust have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to effectively communicate at all levels of the organizationMust possess strong problem solving and analytical skillsMust possess strong teamwork and team building skillsSuperior time management and the ability to organize and manage multiple prioritiesThe ideal candidate will be a high energy, hands on individual that is able to multi-task and work with little to minimal supervision. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Technical Bachelor's degree; or four to ten years related experience in a equipment testing/qualification environmentSome success in the implementation of Lean Manufacturing processes and procedures helpful

COMPETENCIES

Must be very detail oriented with excellent problem troubleshooting and solving skillsMust possess strong communication skills with all levels with company, verbal and writtenMust have a working knowledge of business fundamentals

COMPUTER SKILLS

• High proficiency in Microsoft applications is required, especially ExcelProficiency with MRP systems / SAP experience is a definite plus General Statement: The duties listed are not set forth for the purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a position title or those to be assigned and performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.