Supervisor Mechanical Lab

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Business Profile:

Wyman-Gordon is a worldwide supplier to the aerospace and industrial gas turbine markets. We hold quality accreditations for all of the major airframe and engine manufacturers for both civil and military applications. Wyman-Gordon creates rotating closed-die forgings which are critical for aerospace and land-based gas turbines. Wyman-Gordon also manufactures structural forgings for airframe, nuclear, petrochemical, power generation, and space applications.

Location Profile:

Located in South Gate, Dickson Testing Company, Inc. is a full-service destructive testing laboratory serving aerospace and metallic producers worldwide. Our laboratories serve our customers with metallurgical, mechanical, corrosion, and chemical testing services. In support of these services our facility provides complete specimen fabrication, cut off services and heat treat capability.

Position Summary:

The Supervisor, Mechanical Lab is responsible for managing day-to-day planning, operation and problem solving with a team of technicians to meet daily Safety, 6S, Quality, Productivity, Cost and Throughput standards and targets in assigned areas.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or competency needed for successful performance in the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Comply with PCC Code of Conduct Requirements and all PCC Cardinal Rules (e.g. Quality and Safety).
• Work safely under functional safety guidelines such as PPE and equipment interaction.
• All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable Company policies and procedures.
• In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of Company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.
• Manage multiple employees, over three shifts, in the Mechanical and Creep & Rupture work areas.
• Ensures that all employees work in a safe manner and that each employee is properly trained in all safety and quality procedures. Ensures that good housekeeping practices are consistently followed (6S).
• Provides leadership to employees and ensures they have the proper tools to perform their job safely and efficiently.
• Responsible to drive safety, 6S, quality, dispatch adherence and productivity requirements in the most cost-effective manner.
• Establish and implement short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures.
• Ensure that all machines are functioning properly and contact maintenance, or preapproved external service providers, if the equipment requires repair.
• Ensure testing is in accordance to procedure and specifications.
• Engages the team in identifying and implementing continuous improvement projects in the areas of safety, quality, cost, and customer satisfaction.
• Provides employee coaching and development. Resolves employee issues through problem resolution. Gives necessary feedback on employee performance and behavior.
• Responsible for adherence to process control procedures, operating instructions, and all quality control instructions, and completes corrective actions in a timely manner.
• Ensures participation and adherence to Safety and Quality improvement initiatives, such as 6S, Zero Defects, etc.
• Develops plans for efficient use of materials, machines, and employees.
• Maintains awareness of policies and procedures and assures compliance by assigned employees.
• Manages performance measures in areas of responsibility.
• Ensures throughput and target earned hours are attained and budget criteria is met or exceeded.
• Review variable costs, productivity, earned standard hours and throughput daily and implements effective corrective actions when targets are not achieved
• Conducts formal performance appraisals and recommends/approves pay increases, transfers, promotions, corrective counseling and terminations in accordance with Company policies and procedures and local, state and federal laws.
• Interviews and recommends for hire of new employees.
• Maintains adequate staffing to meet required production schedules.
• Effectively cooperate with other departments to attain departmental, company and corporate goals.
• Continuously stay informed of technological advancements and process improvements which may impact operations. Propose recommendations for improvement.
• Attend and participate in the daily and other supervisor meetings.
• Leverage the internal Operations Toolbox in support of daily operational targets.
• Develops, recommends, and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Maintains time and production records.
• Develops capital equipment justifications for machine tools and process technology to improve quality, cost, and cycle times.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Required Skills:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Excellent critical thinking and the ability to apply extensive planning, attention to detail, read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, procedure manuals and use of good judgement. And must be able to perform and follow work procedures.
• Must have demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations and priorities.
• Requires that the incumbent be highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently as well as work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Must have demonstrated abilities to lead people and get results through others, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be computer literate, particularly in spreadsheet; financial; inventory and production planning and tracking applications.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, execute and deliver results in conformance with action plans.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Project management.
• Results driven.
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Must demonstrate knowledge of sound business practices.
• Solid, overall business acumen and a strong mindset for continuous improvement.
• Attention to detail and an attitude of 100% compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work 40+ hours per week, including weekends as required.

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, e.g., engineering, is highly preferred but not required.
• 3+ years of related experience in a testing lab environment.
• Forklift experience / certification preferred but not required.
• Bilingual (Spanish) is preferred but not required.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Manufacturing and laboratory environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This description is intended to describe the type and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.

The job may require additional hours beyond a 40-hour workweek.