Production Test Supervisor

3f1fcb95-f033-4360-9675-7185dc80fe73•Saratoga Springs, NY

4d•$75,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Test Supervisor leads Espey’s production test team in evaluating transformers, power supplies, production components, and finished products for military and industrial applications. The role ensures products meet customer specifications and quality and reliability standards. It leads technicians and specialists and collaborates with engineering and other cross-functional teams to define testing requirements, develop plans and procedures, prioritize and execute tests, analyze results, and improve product quality and testing efficiency. The position also supports safe, accurate, and timely production testing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent military experience in electrical systems or electrical systems testing.
At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing, product, and system testing.
At least 5 years of experience in transformer manufacturing.
At least 5 years of experience in electrical engineering or electronics test laboratories.
At least 2 years of experience leading direct reports.
Ability to work full time.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance; must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-controlled data.
Ability to travel up to 10% annually, based on customer needs.
Ability to perform essential job functions, including standing, walking, sitting, using hands and fingers, reaching, communicating, and lifting up to 10 pounds, with reasonable accommodations as applicable.
Ability to work in a moderately noisy environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience testing or designing military-grade transformers.
Specialized knowledge of electrical engineering, electrical systems, or electrical systems testing.
Experience in manufacturing or production environments supporting military or industrial products.
Experience with software and hardware testing, including test planning, test case design, and test automation.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documentation, business publications, and government regulations.
Strong written communication skills, including report writing and procedure development.
Presentation skills and ability to communicate effectively with managers, customers, and cross-functional teams.
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts to analyze test reliability, validity, and performance data.
Problem-solving skills, including defining problems, collecting data, and drawing sound conclusions.
Ability to interpret complex technical instructions and manage multiple variables.
Experience with performance testing tools and methodologies.
High attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
Analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as required by production schedules.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage daily production test team activities to ensure accurate and timely testing of components and finished products.
Monitor team performance, coach team members, provide constructive feedback, and address testing-process issues, including for union and non-union employees.
Partner with engineering during product design to develop test scripts, equipment, plans, and procedures for efficient, cost-effective production testing.
Review production schedules and establish testing priorities and staffing plans based on workload.
Investigate causes of defective materials and coordinate corrective actions.
Provide technical guidance on adjusting, calibrating, aligning, and modifying circuitry and components, and document effects on unit performance.
Prepare technical reports, charts, graphs, and schematics documenting system performance, malfunctions, specification deviations, and functional limitations.
Develop and execute product test plans, test cases, and scripts to validate hardware functionality, performance, and reliability.
Review and approve acceptance and qualification test procedures, work instructions, and related documentation.
Collaborate with product managers, engineers, designers, drafters, and quality teams to turn requirements into test strategies.
Design, implement, and maintain testing frameworks and tools to improve efficiency and consistency.
Evaluate and improve testing methodologies and stay current with industry practices, emerging technologies, and testing tools.
Review and analyze engineering data, customer specifications, proposals, and reports to determine testing requirements and provide technical input.
Identify and correct unsafe conditions and behaviors, maintaining a strong commitment to safety.