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 : req
5787

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
• Ability to read & utilize; blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, hand-tools, gages,…