Supervisor, Fabrication and Machine Shop

As the leading transit bus manufacturer in the United States, GILLIG buses play a critical role in the environmental and social initiatives in communities across our nation. GILLIG is on the forefront in the transition to zero-emission vehicles and has an unmatched reputation in the industry for quality, reliability, durability, service, and support. From initial design through final assembly, each GILLIG bus is designed and built in Livermore, CA.

WHY GILLIG

• Leader in environmentally friendly mobility solutions including battery electric, hybrid electric, near-zero CNG and clean diesel transit buses
• Renowned for its inclusive team/family-oriented culture
• Stable, successful, and growing organization - a Bay Area business for over 132 years!
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Excellent compensation including company paid medical premiums, generous retirement plan and other comprehensive benefits

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Fabrication and Machine Shop Supervisor at GILLIG, you will be making a daily impact in a stable company within a critical US infrastructure industry.

We are looking for a driven and detail-oriented Production Supervisor to oversee the Fabrication and Machine Center in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You are responsible for safely and efficiently leading our internal Fabrication and Machine Center. This position is responsible for all aspects of leading and managing a staff of approximately 15 - 20 union employees.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

• Coach and mentor union employees; initiating and administering systems, policies and procedures in accordance with company policies and union agreements
• Ensure proper training, safe and orderly working conditions, and efficient use of labor, material and tools.
• Optimize material flow by monitoring steps of the manufacturing process personnel and resources.
• Monitor operations to improve methods, avoid delays, and reduce waste
• Participate in root cause analysis seeking problem resolution. Recommend, implement and maintain corrective action with a continual focus on process improvement
• Initiate or approve related requests for equipment or staff assistance
• Expertly manage competing priorities
• Work closely with multiple departments, including Engineering, Quality Assurance, Production, Sales and Warehouse to optimize GILLIG's internal Supply Chain
• Ensure the continuous improvement of quality, service and total cost in support of our business goals.
• Perform other duties as required

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma
• Minimum 8 years Fab/Machine Shop experience
• Minimum 4 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Professional knowledge of industrial safety procedures, shop operations, fabrication and machine shop equipment
• Read and interpret technical drawings of components and weldments
• Strong problem-solving skills, organization skills, and attention to detail
• Proficiency in software systems such as Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); ERP systems a plus
• Ability to create, analyze and make decisions based off large amounts of data
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of G Code
• Experience with Trumpf equipment and CNC routers preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Assignments are complex and broad in scope requiring outstanding creativity, superior initiative, judgment, and leadership
• Overtime as needed to include 3-4 mandatory Saturday work days
• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally kneel or squat
• Standard start time: 5:00 a.m.

EXPECTED COMPENSATION

$75,000 - $275,000/annual salary + bonus + premium benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job classification, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.

GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.