Runtest Assistant Supervisor (Day Shift)

Summary

The Assistant Panel/Run Test Supervisor coordinates the daily activities for all panel/run test responsibilities within the team for each assigned project. The Assistant panel/run test Supervisor supports the Testing Supervisor regarding team development, time approval, and productivity. Ensures assigned deliverables are completed per project schedules. Focused on the completion of testing work accurately, within budget, and to a high-quality standard. When absent, acts as the primary backup to the Testing Supervisor.

Principle Responsibilities and Duties

Control

Direct the Panel /Run test testing team, based on Specialist and Engineering input, to efficiently test the project per drawing, and all applicable procedures.
•    Identify and inform the supervisor(s) of any headcount adjustments based upon workload for the given week(s)
•    Support the Testing Supervisor as needed for regular/periodic meetings regarding panel and run testing operations.
•    Coach team members to achieve consistency across single design multi-build projects and similar products.
•    In the Supervisor’s absence, Approve labor hours in a timely manner.
•    Coordinate with the Assembly Supervisor, planning team and management to create contingency plans and revised testing target dates as necessary to meet customer expectations.

Accountability

•    Monitor team technical expertise levels to provide feedback and coordinate with the Testing Supervisor and the Manufacturing Engineering team to ensure participation in applicable training.
•    Support and be a positive example of the 5S program. 
•    Provide feedback to Manufacturing Engineering regarding testing planned hours and duration.
•    Manage activities with internal functional areas to support internal or external customer changes.
•    Completion and proper sign-off of the GPS Traveler for each module/project. 
•    Monitor the team engagement on safety protocols, programs such as AWARE Cards, Take5, JSA, JRA’s and safety topics.

Influence

•    Coordinate with the Manufacturing Engineering group and Supervisor(s) to schedule trade meeting events and training in a timely manner (prior to the needed skill or increased demands).
•    Provide feedback to the Testing Supervisor regarding headcount requirements, resource capabilities and skill levels
•    Suggest the direct hire of contract employees based on resource demands and skill level, as applicable.
•    Assist testing supervisor with weekly plan for scheduled workloads  
•    Provide feedback to other Supervisors, Manufacturing Engineers, and other team members regarding potential process improvements. 

Required Support

•     Senior Testing Supervisor and Testing Supervisor to assign levels to employees.
•    Safety – to investigate an incident or to bring awareness of incidents outside of the facility that could potentially impact the team.
•    Material Control and Receiving assistance to deliver materials in a timely manner and aid with heavy lift operations.

Engineering Support

•    Provide directions to resolve project issues based on recommendations from a functional standpoint.
•    Verify PID and electrical drawing red lines are correct. 
•    Approval to initiate unit panel/run testing of engine driven packages.
•     Provide information related to customer testing requirements, allowing for plant load balancing and overtime management.
•    Provide clarity to any engineering deliverables or related questions.
•    Planning department to maintain accurate project and plant schedules.

Qualifications

•    3- 5 years’ experience testing packaging natural gas equipment.
•    2-3 years Troubleshooting automated control systems. 
•    Experience Troubleshooting 3500,3600 Caterpillar engines. 
•    Experience Troubleshooting Waukesha Engines 7044/7042 series. 
•    Leadership experience is preferred.
•    Must be able to interpret engineering drawings such as P&IDs, General Arrangements, and Electrical drawings.
•    Proficient user of Microsoft Office software such as Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
•    Basic familiarities with ERP systems, such as SAP Project Systems (PS) and Production Planning (PP)
•    Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•    Must be dependable, highly motivated, self-directed, have attention to detail, and have great organizational skills with a minimum amount of daily direct supervision.

Physical Requirements

Fast-paced shop and office environment. Many tasks have high degrees of time sensitivity. Domestic and international travel is possible on occasion.