Electric Shop Manager
About The Position
The Electric Shop Manager oversees manufacturing processes for rail vehicle electrical systems, including management and motivation of a team, production quality and efficiency, and customer relationships. The role combines technical knowledge, leadership, operational expertise, and safety oversight to support efficient, high-quality production and cost optimization. The manager oversees daily Electric Workshop and assembly-line operations, manages the lifecycle of electrical production, and ensures quality standards, budgets, and project milestones are met. The role also develops performance reports, identifies and resolves production issues, improves procedures, and maintains a clean and safe work area. The position is fully accountable for safety and environmental compliance in its designated area, including adherence to applicable regulations, company policies, and operational standards. CAF USA is located in Elmira Heights, New York. The position does not support immigration sponsorship.
Requirements
- A four-year degree in a related field, or 10–15 years of manufacturing supervisory experience and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Project and/or line management experience.
- Proven experience managing senior stakeholders.
- Microsoft Excel knowledge.
- Ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
- Self-motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- A master’s degree is preferred.
- Understanding oral and written Spanish is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Ensure timely and efficient completion of electrical manufacturing while meeting quality standards and staying within the defined budget.
- Oversee daily operations in the Electric Workshop and assembly-line production; prepare and analyze performance and progress reports.
- Manage the full lifecycle of electrical production, optimize procedures and processes, and ensure project milestones are met on schedule.
- Maintain a clean, organized, hazard-free production area.
- Enforce health and safety protocols in the manufacturing environment.
- Identify manufacturing process improvements and implement changes to enhance productivity and quality.
- Design, implement, and maintain training programs covering electrical manufacturing techniques, safety practices, and operational standards.
- Recruit qualified personnel, provide performance feedback and coaching, support team development, and maintain employee records.
- Coordinate with materials supply, technical teams, and other departments to support integrated workflows.
- Communicate effectively with team members and upper management.
- Ensure safety and environmental compliance in the designated area and adherence to applicable regulations, organizational policies, and operational standards.
- Report workplace injuries and illnesses to a supervisor on the day of the incident and report unsafe conditions.
- Comply with CAF USA safety policies, procedures, requirements, and Job Safety Analysis procedures; wear required PPE; keep the work area clean and orderly; and attend required training before starting assigned work.
- Do not operate CAF USA equipment such as forklifts, cranes, or scissor lifts until certified.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
