Mechanical Department Manager

Element has an opportunity for a Department Manager I. In this role you will be a member of the operational leadership team reporting to the Operations Manager or General Manager and perform a variety of leadership responsibilities within the department to insure timely and accurate test results are delivered. All Operational Leadership positions must be proficient in a number of core business skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules, code of conduct, and company policies and procedures.Responsible for the department's safety performance and awareness; spearheads and manages initiatives that drive a culture of safety firstUnder the direction of the Operations Manager and / or General Manager, helps lead the efficient operation and growth of the assigned departmentPlan, assign and schedule work for designated staffAssists in the engineering and coordination of projects from start to finishWorks to assure quality, timeliness, consistency and accuracy of test reportsDemonstrate knowledge of Element capabilities, processes and expertise to be able to clearly explain the benefits of Element testing servicesRepresents Element with the highest levels of integrity and professionalism at all timesResponsible for promoting and ensuring the Element quality assurance and safety program initiatives are executed uponResponsible and accountable to assigned staff decisions to include hiring, performance management, performance review decisions and execution, and approval of overtime and time cardsWork with assigned staff to ensure work schedules are maintained and balancedMaintain an environment of respect and dignity within the department covering employee interactions and problem solving while ensuring work rules are known and followedManages a team with fairness and consistency and takes interest in the development of direct reportsProvide general administrative functions as required (invoicing, job list upkeep, supply report data for creation)Review testing services and promote additional capacity and process improvementTranslate technical requirements of the client into providing pricing, timing and technical knowledge for quoting and commercial effortsRequirement:Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four year college or university and / or a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a leadership role with a diploma or GED certificate preferredWorking knowledge of laboratory safety with extensive knowledge of the current suite of testing capabilitiesAbility to read and interpret test specifications, drawings, test plans and/or blueprintsStrong computer skills with basic mathematical skills with the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plusAbility to lift 50 lbs. on occasion and stand on feet for long periods of timeTechnical leadership is vital to the production and operation of assigned tests with advanced working knowledge to operate various testing equipmentAbility to communicate (written and oral) effectively with clients and colleagues with great attention to detail and timing of resultsProven ability to multi task and work under strict time linesOrganizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to effectively establish and maintain two-way communications to understand the needs and concernsUnderstanding of continuous improvement disciplines such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, etc. preferred