Calibration Supervisor - Kwajalein Atoll - 3882

Range Generation Next•Huntsville, AL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This overseas position is located on Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands. Benefits of this unique location include free housing, and a potential for U.S. tax incentives. The Calibration Supervisor will monitor, direct, evaluate, and manage all aspects of a Government Owned Contractor Operated Calibration lab supporting the RETS Contract on Kwajalein Atoll, RMI. This role involves performing and/or managing various tasks related to the calibration, verification, and repair of Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE). The supervisor will also manage the department budget, train and mentor employees, coordinate with external calibration laboratories, and manage customer relations for TMDE scheduling and calibration. Additionally, the role requires creating reports and metrics, overseeing employee development, and ensuring adherence to industry best practices and government regulations. The supervisor will utilize process improvement tools to enhance efficiency and TMDE turn-around time, prepare necessary documentation, and manage data within specific systems. Communication with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring task accuracy and timeliness, and occasional transportation of equipment are also key aspects of the position. Safety and risk assessment concepts must be understood and adhered to.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Organizational Leadership, Management or related discipline, or experience in lieu of education.
Five (5) or more years Leadership/Management experience.
A working knowledge of the US Army TMDE Activity (USATA) calibration requirements, policies, and practices or similar calibration activity (e.g., Air Force PMEL, or Navy METCAL labs).
A working knowledge or AR750-1, AR750-43, TB750-25, TB43-180.
Ability to use a variety of material handling equipment: Manual, Electric, and Motorized.
Self-discipline, initiative, and willingness to go above and beyond.
Ability to lead, train and mentor employees individually and as a team.
Attention to detail and ability to work within multiple areas of complexity.
Team- Oriented employee who can think critically and act independently.
Excellent Coordination, Planning, and Time Management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to obtain and maintain USAG-KA driver’s license, specifically for each piece of equipment required for the job.
Must be physically able to conduct various unaided range of motion movements to include bending, twisting and climbing ≤ 15 feet.
Ability to push/pull/lift a maximum of 40 pounds unassisted.
Ability to be flexible in a changing work environment.
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Must be able to relocate to the United States Army Garrison - Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. passport.

Nice To Haves

Business Management and Calibration Lab Management experience.
Certification(s) in Lean Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

Monitor, direct, evaluate, and manage all aspects of a Government Owned Contractor Operated Calibration lab supporting the RETS Contract on Kwajalein Atoll, RMI.
Perform and/or manage receiving, packaging, shipping, scheduling, and monitoring of TMDE calibration, verification, and repair, both on and off-island.
Manage the department budget and purchases.
Train, guide, and mentor employees in USATA and RGNext calibration strategies, regulations, and policies.
Execute the guidance of the Logistics and Deputy Program Manager.
Coordinate with USATA and Commercial calibration laboratories to ensure calibration and/or repair of all TMDE is accomplished.
Contact vendors to request Quotes and RMAs for all authorized Vendor Calibrated TMDE supported by RGNext.
Coordinate, communicate, and consult with all customers requiring TMDE Scheduling and Calibration accounts.
Receive, analyze, and generate TMDE status reports to monitor and relay calibration status to customers.
Create charts, metrics, and business information used to generate presentations and to develop new goals and strategies for the lab.
Oversee, develop, monitor, and counsel employee professional career path development and provide team day-to-day direction.
Actively employ leadership, management techniques, and industry best practices.
Ensure all equipment and procedures are NIST Traceable.
Follow the guidance and regulations contained within TB43-180, TB750-25, AR750-43, AR750-1, RETS Contract PWS, and USATA Policies, Procedures, and USATA audit requirements.
Utilize Six Sigma or other process improvement tools and strategies to safely increase efficiency and TMDE turn-around time.
Prepare and submit RACS, DA3758, DA7372, and DD1149 as required, to include all supporting documentation.
Prepare Purchase Requests for Equipment Calibration and Purchase.
Order supplies via Maximo asset management software.
Manage data within USATA’s TMDE Integrated Materiel Management System (TIMMS).
Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports.
Communicate with internal and external customers, labs, and vendors.
Ensure assigned tasks are accurate and completed on schedule.
On occasion drive vehicles to transport TMDE standards from Cal Lab to Customer’s location to aid in calibrations.
Aid other departments when requested to provide mission support.
Understand and adhere to Safety and Risk assessment concepts.
Perform other duties as assigned.