Service Center Manager

Busch Vacuum Solutions; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Busch Vacuum Solutions in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is seeking a Service Center Manager. This role is pivotal in planning and managing the service center's operations, ensuring adherence to quality and safety while meeting business objectives.

The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, at least 5 years of supervisory experience, and a desire to lead a dynamic team. Busch offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or operations setting.
• 7+ years of experience in leading an Operations organization required.
• Certifications in Six Sigma and Certified Plant Engineer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct all service center activities.
• Ensure adherence to documented procedures.
• Supervise and train production personnel.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Excellent English communication skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Associate Degree in Industrial Technology or Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP Software

CRM Software

Job description

Busch Vacuum Solutions is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling.

Busch Vacuum LLC has a direct hire opportunity for a Service Center Manager at our service center in Virginia Beach, Virginia! The work schedule is M-F 7a-3:30p.

A Busch Service Center Manager is responsible for planning and directing all service center activities to achieve the business goals of the Busch service center. This includes but is not limited to management of the personnel and processes of the repair and re‑manufacturing of vacuum furnaces and vacuum pumps in a world‑class fashion, while safely meeting the targeted on‑time delivery goals and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) measurements.

If you are a dynamic, adaptable individual with a mechanical aptitude and a minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or operations setting, apply NOW for an opportunity to find out why Busch Vacuum is an amazing place to work!

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and ensure adherence to documented and approved procedures
• Facilitate the process to determine failure mode analysis
• Ensure the implementation of accurate transactional activities
• Review and approve all Service employees' expense reports, attendance, and payroll
• Ensure all training is completed per requirements or as directed, for example, safety, regulatory, legal, etc.
• Establish, monitor, and manage leading indicator metrics for daily improvements
• Implement world‑class practices
• Set clear guidelines for expected behaviors and clear methods for reporting inappropriate behavior, and address real or potential complaints quickly and effectively to incorporate Human Resources Department
• Make timely decisions based on data, trends, technical and professional expertise
• Ensure that the Service Center provides accurate, timely, efficient, and high‑quality work to establish and maintain credibility with customers and employees
• Provide support to Field Service, Service Technicians, internal employees, sales employees, and customers with technical assistance, as needed
• Responsible for production performance in accordance with the Lean Seven step process
• Train, motivate, and support staff in all areas of the company and departmental procedures and expectations
• Coach and counsel employees on performance deficiencies and document as required
• Prepare and administer daily performance feedback and reporting as required
• Conduct effective and timely annual performance appraisals for your employees in accordance with specific departmental and corporate goals
• Provide suggestions and maintain continual process improvements
• Perform all administrative duties within the production area, including timekeeping, performance documentation, and training
• Supervise, train, and coach production personnel, including responsibility for personnel and labor issues throughout the facility
• The service center manager may direct the activities of assigned Field Service employees, as needed

Required Experience

• Associate Degree (two‑year college or technical school) required; field of study: Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering or related degree preferred
• Bachelor's Degree (four‑year college or technical school) preferred; field of study: Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering or related degree preferred
• Computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, prior experience with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) and CRM (Customer Relationship Management) preferred
• Certifications & Licenses: Six Sigma Black Belt certification (SSGI) preferred; Certified Plant Engineer (CPE) preferred

Personal Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in leading an Operations organization and Continuous Improvement Environment: required
• Experience managing in a lean industrial manufacturing or repair environment: preferred
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Excellent English oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of technical/mechanical concepts and good mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of vacuum‑based equipment: highly preferred
• Detail, safety and customer‑oriented
• Good decision making and problem‑solving abilities
• Good work values, ethics and integrity, and ability to influence your team to demonstrate the same

Job Requirements

• Ability and willingness to pass a 10‑panel drug screen and a 7‑year criminal history check (most felonies are a disqualifier, misdemeanors are considered on a case‑by‑case basis)
• Must pass respirator fit test (annual retesting required) and be willing to maintain facial hair to a minimum for respirator fitment
• Must be willing and able to utilize all required PPE
• Must have a valid driver’s license for the duration of employment

Physical Requirements

• Constant reaching outward, lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 10 lbs
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 25 lbs
• Occasional climbing, squatting, kneeling, reaching above the shoulder, and lifting/carrying/pushing pulling up to 50 lbs
• All applicants must be able to hear and see audible and visual alarms and must be able to wear all required PPE, such as safety shoes, electrical hazards, safety glasses, and hearing protection

Benefits & Opportunities

Busch Vacuum offers an attractive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, EAP, tuition reimbursement, Legal Plan, 401(k), PTO, and more. Opportunity for growth and advancement via on‑the‑job training, paid training/certifications, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the company. Busch values promoting from within!

Work Environment

• Moderately controlled manufacturing environment, moderate noise levels, fumes, and airborne particles, while working near moving mechanical parts
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily

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