Lighting Supervisor

Solotech Inc.•Antioch, TN

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Solotech is seeking a Lighting Supervisor to join their team. This role is responsible for overseeing the daily activities of the lighting department, managing technicians, and ensuring the efficient processing and quality control of returned lighting equipment. The Lighting Supervisor will collaborate with the Lighting Manager and operational analyst to maintain operational efficiencies, develop procedures, and train new hires. This position requires a strong understanding of lighting equipment and live events, along with excellent leadership and organizational skills.

Requirements

Bachelors in audiovisual, stage techniques or any other equivalent training
Minimum 5 years of experience in an audiovisual equipment workshop or in the Live Events industry.
Minimum of 1 year of supervisor experience
General technical knowledge of lighting equipment
Knowledge of Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Excellent leadership skills
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change.
Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously.
Ability to analyze and solve problems.
Excellent sense of priorities and schedule management.
Highly developed sense of organization.
Teamwork oriented.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the R2 inventory software (an asset)

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Lighting Manager to plan and organize the daily activities of their department and prioritize the technicians’ tasks.
Establish technicians’ schedules and assign work in an optimal way.
Monitor employee productivity through metrics, identifying coaching and mentoring opportunities.
Collaborating closely with the operational analyst to maintain operational efficiencies.
Verify that QC’ed lights meet the required standards and service tickets are raised as required.
Advise technicians on A and B QC requirements.
Monitor the history of the QC on return process and suggest different options for operational efficiency.
Verify the accuracy, quality, and completeness of each return before receiving it in Solotech systems.
Utilize warehouse space to ensure an organized and efficient workspace for all technicians; report any damage or hazards to the Senior Operations Manager.
Supervise cycle counts to ensure inventory integrity.
Assist in developing and implementing inventory control procedures and best practices.
Identify and resolve discrepancies between inventory records and physical counts.
Conduct regular inventory audits and keep inventory spaces organized.
Assist in operational projects, changes, and moves.
Coordinate, manage and offer the necessary support to the team.
Train new hires in processes and procedures for the department.
Assist in creating Standard Operating Procedures and KPI’s for the department.
Assist in cleaning and managing the overdue report by coordinating with the Lighting manager.
Other duties as assigned