Hydraulic Systems Fabrication Manager

SunSource • Sterling Heights, MI

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About The Position

SunSource and its family of companies represent 200+ locations and 3,000+ employees making up one of North America’s leading value-add industrial distribution companies. We provide customers with products and solutions within Fluid Power, Fluid Process, Fluid Conveyance, General Industrial Components, and Industrial Service & Repair. www.sun-source.com The primary role of this position will be to manage, direct and oversee the various industrial hydraulic assemblies including monitoring testing and oversee troubleshooting of various fluid power system related issues and components. In addition, the management of the production schedule, technician labor hours and facility operations. This role oversees daily operations, ensuring production aligns with customer needs and company standards. Responsible for continuous improvement, resource optimization, and a culture of safety and teamwork.

Requirements

• High school diploma/G.E.D. minimum.
• 2 yr fluid power degree or formal training in industrial technology, mechanics or related field in which fluid power is part of the curriculum or Certification is preferred.
• 5+ years of industrial fluid power experience required, which includes hydraulic and pneumatic trouble shooting, ability to read hydraulic and electrical circuit drawings.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience of daily operations of a fabrication team of technicians, with accountability over production, quality and delivery targets.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, time management and scheduling experience.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
• Valid Drivers License
• Ability to work within an industrial environment which may include walking and moving throughout the day and ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Previous machine building experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of all build, test and documentation activities associated with Value Add.
• Manage a build schedule and measure our On-Time performance monthly.
• Manage the ISO process associated with the Sterling Heights build facility.
• Manage shop labor, assembly technician time, fabrication training and workflow based on production schedule and order acknowledgements.
• Manage overtime and applied labor.
• Manage, monitor and report expenses monthly.
• Manage and monitor shop supplies and shop improvements.
• Maintain a safe and injury free work environment.
• Provide continual updates on certification for the fabrication associates.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees