MI - Shop Foreman

Paragon Technologies, a Sun Source company, specializes in providing world-class service, repair and re-manufacturing in the areas of electronics, hydraulics, robotics, servos and mechanical components for various industries.

The Shop Foreman is responsible for the development, coaching and leadership of his or her team to ensure the shop is achieving productivity levels. Oversee service and repair procedures as well as shop personnel. Service and repair various pumps, motors, and cylinders including testing, trouble‑shooting, repair and assembly. Shop Foreman is responsible for the productivity of the technician team and therefore needs to meet and/or exceed the job requirements of shop technician.

• Assigns, coordinates and manages shop activities using the daily schedule while keeping in mind technician’s strengths and abilities.
• Participates in shops Foreman calls that relates to and are not limited to maintenance, quality and safety concerns, backlogs, productivity rates and the schedules of technicians.
• Works closely with Account Managers and Customer Service Representatives to prioritize questions on customer’s order and services requests accordingly.
• Maintains a productive shop by driving continuous improvement and holding technicians and self accountable to meet Sun Source goals.
• Schedules outside contractors for any repairs or installs that would be specific to the service center. Utilizes only authorized vendors and brings faulty parts to the attention of the appropriate department.
• Investigates hydraulic or pneumatic systems that are not working properly using schematics and diagnostic equipment. Determines if parts are re‑workable. Writes up the unit in a complete service report. Diagnoses problems and gives recommendations for repairs. Rebuilds and tests motors and pumps.
• Performs or assists with maintenance and repairs of shop equipment which includes but is not limited to test stands, presses, parts washers, lap tables, etc.
• Engages in the hiring and termination process of technicians and shipping team.
• Co­ordinate with production manager to complete and conduct performance reviews with assigned team of technicians.
• Participates in continuous improvement by training and following associate development plans. Continuously trains and develops associates’ abilities to assemble and test various hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Performs administrative duties including ordering/managing supplies based off of service center budget, reporting payroll hours, etc.
• Cle​ans, organizes, and maintains the Shop and Shop equipment using housekeeping schedule.

• Education - 2 year fluid power associates degree and certification preferred; high school diploma/G.E.D. minimum. Basic mechanical understanding required.
• Experience - 3 to 5 years in fluid power service and repair experience required. 5 to 7 years experience preferred.

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs intermittently throughout 8 hour day. Position stands 70 to 100% of the workday.

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