Shop Supervisor

Shop Supervisor

The AllMetal Recycling, a division of Scrap Management Industries is seeking a Shop Supervisor for our state-of-the-art facility in Wichita, Kansas.

The Shop Supervisor supports the Shop Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the diesel repair facility. This working supervisor performs hands-on maintenance, coordinates technicians and shop staff, monitors workflow and repair quality, and helps ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with industry standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The following are general responsibilities associated with the position as directed:

• Diagnose complex faults using specialized software for Cummins, Paccar, and Caterpillar engines.
• Overhaul heavy-duty transmissions including Allison automatics and Eaton Fuller manuals.
• Execute bumper-to-bumper repairs on all fleet equipment and trucks.
• Assign daily repair orders to technicians based on their specific strengths.
• Lead by example on the shop floor by maintaining high efficiency.
• Guide apprentice mechanics through difficult engine and drivetrain teardowns.
• Review technician labor times to maximize shop productivity.
• Road-test vehicles when required by the repair and authorized by company procedures before releasing them for pickup.
• Verify parts ordering accuracy with the parts personnel.
• Maintain shop equipment including lifts, lift devices, pumps, and diagnostic equipment.
• Explain technical failures clearly to the technician that will be performing the repairs.
• Provide accurate repair time frames
• Minimize fleet downtime through workflow prioritizing.

Education and Experience: The minimum level of education and experience required to perform the job at a satisfactory level.

• At least 5 years of hands-on, heavy duty diesel repair experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing heavy-duty diesel engines, trucks, and related fleet equipment.
• Specific diagnostic knowledge of Cummins, Paccar, Cat, Allison, and Eaton.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The minimum level of knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job at a satisfactory level.

• Computer literate and able to navigate and use Microsoft Office products
• Skill in communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, vendors, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction;
• Good customer service skills;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish helpful

Safety: Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

• Strictly adhere to all health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Follow all company safety procedures and required protocols, including the proper selection, use, and maintenance of personal protective equipment
• Adhere to all local, state, OSHA, and environmental regulations.

Decision Making: Common decisions made in the job and the level of review or autonomy needed to finalize such decisions.

Physical Requirements: Activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Walk and stand for long periods of time; walk and stand on uneven surfaces.
• Bend, stoop, and utilize hand tools
• Communicate by speech and hear audible warning signals.
• Visual acuity needed for constant observation
• Be able to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects of 50 pounds or more.

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the Company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.