Lab Supervisor, Machining and CNC Technology

Lab Supervisor, Machining and CNC Technology

Department:
Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Training Academy

Location:

Manufacturing Technology Center

Reports To:

Director, Advanced Manufacturing

Recruitment Type:
External/Internal

Requisition

Employment Type:

Full-Time Support Staff

Union Position:
Non-Union

Work Schedule:

M-F, 8am - 4:30pm

Number of Openings: 1

Job Description:

SUMMARY

Installs, maintains, orders, and decommissions PMT equipment, tooling, and raw materials (as necessary). Supports PMT course & lab experiences by ensuring that all related equipment & course materials are; functional, safe, well-maintained, and distributed (as necessary). Provides Machining Programming/Lab Tours. Promptly escalates unresolvable issues/concerns to the Director of PMT (as required).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Continuously monitors PMT equipment performance and conducts preventative maintenance and repairs as needed

* Repairs and maintains PMT machines & equipment found in the;
Machining Lab, Inspection Room, and Tool Crib areas to ensure that scheduled PMT Related Courses/Labs can run as required

* Serves as a technical subject matter expert (machining), and supports machining & metrology related programming conducted in PMT related lab area(s). Machining Lab related initiatives will support; PMT, Apprenticeship, Engineering Machining Labs, and Non-Credit Machining Programming (as prioritized/coordinated by the Director of Precision Machining Technology)

* Tracks, Orders, and maintains organization/distributions of raw materials, tools, and lab supplies related to PMT

* Manages PMT associated vendor relationships

* Assists with the monitoring and reporting of associated operational costs, and utilization rates of PMT related lab areas

* Receives, stocks, prepares, and ships; raw materials, tooling, and course materials related to PMT programming

* Oversees student use of all machining lab equipment, and intervenes as necessary to ensure safe, and proper use of PMT equipment

* Ensures the shop floor; equipment, tooling, and work spaces are safe, clean, orderly and operational in compliance with associated Tri-C policy, best practices, or governing safety agencies

* Trains, advises, and collaborates with all PMT Instructors/Preceptors (as necessary) to support PMT related programming

* Performs other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

* High School Diploma or equivalent

* Minimum of five years of related professional machining, or machine repair experience

* Demonstrated experience in a role requiring diverse problem-solving methods in a variety of situations

* Demonstrated experience in effectively dealing with people of various backgrounds, technical experience, and learning modes

* Demonstrated ability to effectively, efficiently, and appropriately resolve conflict

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS and ABILITIES

* Possesses comprehensive knowledge of machining; concepts, operations, practices, and procedures with the ability to use in varied situations as it pertains to the departmental focus

* Possesses patience, and commitment towards ensuring that PMT programming remains; relevant, respected, and reflective of the technologies & needs of manufacturing

* Ability to lead and work as a productive member of a team

* Ability to effectively completely work assignments independently

* Excellent organizational and prioritization skills with demonstrated attention to detail

* Ability to be creative and exercise initiative

* Possesses excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

* Possesses strong organizational and time-management skills

* Ability to adjust to changing priorities and respond appropriately to deadlines

* Ability to promote collaboration, teamwork, and involve all stakeholders in decision-making processes

* Proven leadership skills and ability to foster a team environment and work collaboratively

* Excellent customer service skills and proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships

* Ability to motivate, and effectively shape the perspectives & skill-sets of the future generation of machinists, and technical trades-persons

* Critical thinker with ability to identify and implement efficiencies within daily operations

* Demonstrated basic project management skills

* Intermediate-level proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point

* Ability to collaborate, persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas on significant projects

* Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance work-flow and quality

* Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

* Results Focus

* Quality of Work

* Time Utilization

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

* Continuous Improvement

* Adaptability

* Customer Service

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

* Collaboration

* Communication

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

* Ten years of related professional machining, or machine repair experience

* Journeyman Machinist certified in the state of Ohio

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