Shop Supervisor - Fabrication

Description

Kanawha Scales & Systems, a division of American Equipment Holdings, is one of the leading Industrial Weighing solutions providers in the United States. Over the years, our ability to grow and set ourselves apart from the competition is the result of a tried and true philosophy – take care of our customers and take care of our people. 

We also believe that our people matter, which is why we are committed to providing our team members with competitive wages, attractive benefit offerings, and abundant training offerings. As one of the fastest growing companies in our industry, new opportunities are regularly available that enable our team members to develop, grow, and pursue their career passions. 

Position Summary:

The Shop Coordinator will oversee the fabrication facility and be responsible for maintenance and repair of heavy equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Hires and trains shop employees.
• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of shop employees.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Plans and coordinates tasks and activities of company’s repair shop, working on gas- and diesel-powered vehicles, trucks, and heavy equipment.
• Prepares maintenance schedules for heavy equipment; notifies drivers and operators when maintenance is to be performed.
• Operates diagnostic equipment to determine repairs that need to be made.
• Performs repairs and maintenance for vehicles and equipment.
• Maintains database of maintenance and repair records for company vehicles and equipment.
• Oversees shop inventory; orders parts, shop supplies, and equipment.
• Ensures all applicable safety standards and regulations are followed in facility.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Operations Management experience, or a related field experienced preferred.
• Previous experience in a manager role, preferably in an equipment or manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and shop management software.
• Knowledge of safety practices and regulations in a shop environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented atmosphere.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Five years of related experience preferred.
• Vocational or technical school training preferred.

Work Environment

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to physically perform repairs.
• Must be able to work safely in a noisy area with many odors present.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Good vision to inspect repair work.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; typical work hours and days are Monday through Friday, 6am-2:30pm and Saturdays 6am-10:30am. Additional overtime is needed occasionally.

This is a full-time onsite position; 8-hour days, Monday through Friday, with occasional travel.

What we offer:

We offer competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

• Cigna Health Insurance (Kaiser in CA)
• FSA & HSA healthcare employer contribution
• Critical Illness, Accidental, and Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Company paid STD & LTD Disability Insurance
• Educational and Tuition Reimbursement
• Maternity (12-wks) and Paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Basic & Voluntary Life AD&D
• 4% 401K Employer Match, with 6% of your Contribution
• Company Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company provided PPE
• Discounts on products and services
• Opportunities to network and connect

American Equipment Holdings is an organization of leading overhead crane and hoist, industrial weighing, and below-the-hook service providers in the United States. Together, our companies provide comprehensive solutions for everything related to customers’ overhead crane and hoist, rigging, and weighing and measurement needs, including OSHA mandated inspections, preventative maintenance and repair field services, parts, engineering, ISO certified fabrication, new and replaceme