Engineering Services and Operations Manager

PACCAR•Vernon, WA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Services and Operations Manager will lead a variety of functions and professional staff. Functions may include program management, purchasing, document management, records retention, capital projects, facilities support, business application development and maintenance, management of the Quality Management System, environmental support and compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, workload management across various teams, continuous improvement and materials management. This role will collaborate with a team of managers to cover the management of this work and the leadership of various teams. PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business. The PACCAR Technical Center provides engineering excellence to the truck, engine, and winch divisions of PACCAR Inc through innovative product development and testing. The Technical Center is located in the Skagit Valley about 65 miles north of Seattle, Washington. Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services — you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Requirements

Minimum 10 years in Leadership, Program Management and/or Operations Management.
Experience managing people, performance, and leading a team.
Able to communicate effectively across functional boundaries, as well as up and down the leadership chain.
Must be able to function in an abstract environment and be comfortable assessing and managing unfamiliar functions
Should have a strong background in project management.
Able to establish a strong network across various organizations and disciplines.
Ability to perform in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment and manage multiple priorities.
Candidate must be organized and self-motivated, identifying and proactively addressing opportunities for program improvement.
Ability to effectively evaluate proposals using sound judgment and present recommendations.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to new environments and achieve objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must.
Bachelor's degree required.
Program Management experience required

Nice To Haves

Experience in testing, automotive industry, and various vehicle technologies a plus.
Experience using MS Office Suite, Visio, MS Project, Project Online, Office 365 and other project management software desired.
Master’s Degree Preferred
PMP, Lean and Six Sigma certifications preferred

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and support a team of Program Managers through the delivery of vehicle programs.
Create, track, and communicate program schedules, deliverables, and budgets.
Assess Resources across the facility to support requested work
Develop new processes, standards, and tools related to program management activities.
Mentor and train others in the use of new processes, standards, and tools.
Ensure adherence to policies and procedures related to project and program management and project accounting for expense and capital projects.
Develop reporting and metrics.
Develop program and process management strategies to support our division partners and PTC colleagues ensuring they have the information they need and that we have avenues to communicate PACCAR Technical Center Needs
Perform performance evaluations and other Human Resource tasks
Travel anticipated up to 10%, must be willing to travel
Lead a team of individuals who manage our document and records, various business applications, 5S, dashboards and reporting, the quality management system and adherence to ISO 9001 and continuous improvement initiatives.
Identify and lead six-sigma, lean and support 5s initiatives
Ensure our Quality Management System is adequate and that we align with ISO 9001 guidance
Facilitate workshops to support continuous improvement efforts
Track projects and establish metrics on continuous improvement projects
Support engineers in proper documentation of continuous improvement projects
Manage the maintenance and development of business applications used to support operations
Work with a team of individuals who support our shipping and receiving, warehouse and inventory management, purchasing, fabrication, exemption and fleet lifecycle management, and compliance with ISO 14001 and Environmental Management System.
Ensure the flow of materials at PTC is organized, controlled and efficient from arrival to departure
Manage organization and inventory of the external and internal warehouse
Ensure proper disposal and recycling of all materials leaving the facility
Streamline purchasing related to projects at the facility.
Work with outside entities to ensure alignment and compliance with ISO 14001

Benefits

Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
Comprehensive paid time off – Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
Paid short- and long-term disability program
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field
This position is also eligible for a holiday gift.