Specialty Vehicle Installation Supervisor

Job Title: Specialty Vehicle Installation Supervisor

Department: Automotive Installation

Accountability: This position reports to the Plant Manager

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing the installation plan by scheduling and assigning personnel
• Maintain quality service by enforcing organization standards
• Provide technical assistance, training and direction for installation team to complete work assignments
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and lead initiatives to improve the Install shop
• Manage troubleshooting for installation-related issues.
• Motivate installation team to high performance while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures
• Coordinate job details with installers and ensure timely communication.
• Work with Production to coordinate parts needs.
• Conduct first inspections on installations; resolve issues through training or rework when required.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all equipment and resources.
• Foster cooperation within and between departments
• Train and onboard new personnel.
• Communicate expectations, monitor performance, and provide coaching, counseling, and discipline when necessary.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist installers with ISO paperwork, ensuring proper completion and sign-off.
• Provide a daily status update to the Specialty Vehicle Installation Manager
• Assist with customers when needed
• Conduct short, informative floor meetings with installers for process changes or updates.
• Complete tasks assigned by manager
• Perform repair work to prevent disruption of scheduled installations.
• Assist the Specialty Vehicle Installation Manager with quoting labor hours.
• Resolve personnel problems by investigating issues, identifying solutions and recommending actions
• Manage hardware inventory, including ordering and stocking consumables
• Gather and supply installation parts as required
• Tracking install times and employee punches utilizing Factory Scheduler

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED, Technical Certification, a plus
• 10+ years’ experience or training in automotive/electrical installation or repair
• 2+ years’ experience in a leadership role preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Strong sense of urgency with a date-driven mindset
• Hands-on approach to problem-solving and work execution.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems.
• Ability to understand, communicate, and document complex instructions in English.
• Ability to write instructions and reports
• Ability to present information to groups of people
• Skilled in reading and interpreting work instructions, production documents, and engineering drawings.
• General knowledge of workplace safety, knowledge of OSHA requirements, a plus
• Basic mathematical skills
• Must have personal tools and tool chest
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Must be able to tolerate long periods of standing, squatting, stooping and bending
• Ability to stand, squat, stoop, and bend for long periods.
• Visual abilities: close vision, color vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment

Work Environment – Automotive Install Shop

• Chemicals, (See SDS)
• Machinery
• Dust
• Noise
• Protective clothing and equipment required