Detroit Operations Supervisor-2nd Shift

The Detroit Operations Supervisor is an onsite role which is located at 8555 Lynch Road, Detroit Michigan. We are looking for a hardworking supervision candidate with a passion to lead positive change at our Detroit terminal.   

 

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:  

• Working directly with Shop manager, vendors, and maintenance team to solve current equipment and facilities issues
• Oversee routine and emergency repairs with UAW mechanics
• Maintaining day-to-day operations of Preventative maintenance and repairs in the shop  
• Creating reports on maintenance, repairs, safety, and other equipment or parts related issues
• Preparing and implementing equipment repair strategies for changing weather conditions, other pre-determined events, or plant related changes
• Collaborating with upper management on budgeting of maintenance and equipment repairs  
• Oversee all installations, campaigns, and refurbishments of equipment
• Maintain production standards for skilled trades labor force
• Manage UAW Skilled trades labor force
•  Manage parts flow to the mechanics
• Collaborating with service managers to ensure all parts are available for repair jobs
• Strong organizational, project management and leadership skills to prioritize and coordinate the efforts of the team

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• 5 years of experience in transportation
• Ability to work with experts from many disciplines and organizations to develop and implement benchmark processes
• Ability to create and self-start projects
• Ability to create and present metrics and ideas
• Ability to communicate properly through email, text, in person etc
• Ability to work in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master’s degree
• 10 + years’ experience preferred