Team Lead, Engines

Motor Services Hugo Stamp Inc • Elmwood, LA

7h • $45 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

MSHS Pacific Power Group is seeking an experienced Engines Team Lead to oversee workshop operations, lead skilled technicians, and ensure high-quality engine and mechanical services. This hands-on leadership role focuses on workflow, quality standards, workplace safety, continuous improvement, operational efficiency, resource management, customer satisfaction, and profitability. The role is based in Harahan, Louisiana, and requires travel up to 50%.

Requirements

• Mechanical certificate from a recognized trade school or military training institution, or an associate degree in a related technical field.
• 8–10 years of hands-on experience working with engines, mechanical systems, or related industrial equipment.
• Demonstrated technical knowledge of engines, mechanical and hydraulic systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Experience using machine shop tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of welding, brazing, and metalizing procedures.
• Advanced understanding of precision measurement tools, tolerances, and dimensional accuracy.
• Experience modifying or fabricating tooling for specialized applications.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings using metric and standard measurements.
• Strong understanding of machine shop safety practices and safe equipment operation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, supervise, coach, and develop technical employees.
• Ability to collaborate with technicians, management, customers, and other departments.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize work, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines.
• Strong mathematical skills, including metric and standard measurements and tolerances.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and internet-based applications.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take initiative.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with employees at all organizational levels.
• Reliable, flexible, hands-on approach to leadership and daily operations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in kneeling, stooping, and cramped positions, with frequent twisting and turning.
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work safely in a hands-on workshop and industrial service environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% as required by business and customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and support workshop technicians to promote productivity, quality workmanship, and consistent performance.
• Balance workloads, assign resources, and optimize team utilization to meet operational demands and deadlines.
• Conduct performance reviews and competency assessments, and plan employee development.
• Provide technical training, cross-training, coaching, and career development opportunities.
• Support employee retention and build the team's technical capabilities.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and safety-focused work environment.
• Oversee daily workshop operations and maintain an organized, clean, and efficient work environment.
• Maintain high standards for workmanship, product reliability, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage the proper use, protection, and maintenance of tooling, equipment, and consumable materials.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity, efficiency, and quality.
• Monitor technician utilization, labor efficiency, operating costs, and safety compliance.
• Ensure work follows established procedures, technical specifications, and quality standards.
• Ensure accurate technical documentation, measurements, service records, and job reports.
• Provide timely, proactive status updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Submit complete and accurate billing documentation within three business days of job completion.
• Monitor job progress and ensure work and reporting deadlines are met.
• Maintain clear communication across the workshop, management, and other departments.
• Maintain fewer than one quality claim per quarter and technician utilization above 90%, excluding PTO, holidays, and training.
• Maintain a target of zero lost-time health, safety, and workers' compensation incidents.
• Contribute to year-over-year workshop margin improvement of 3–5%.
• Support positive stakeholder feedback and drive accountability for safety, quality, productivity, and customer service.

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus eligibility.
• $1,000 sign-on bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending account options, where available under the company benefits plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Additional employee benefits in accordance with company policy and eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree