Testing Operations Lead Supervisor

Stellantis is currently seeking a Testing Operations Lead Supervisor, who is responsible to help lead a 200+ member team of shop supervisors and the Salaried Bargaining Unit (SBU) workforces in the areas of Durability testing, Mileage Accumulation, Vehicle Dynamics, Emission Build, Special Test Ops, Brake testing, Safety Impact and Performance testing at the Chelsea Proving Grounds. The selected individual will have experience in managing cross-functionally and have a broad knowledge of vehicle engineering, vehicle development and certification testing. Additionally, the Lead Supervisor will present outstanding teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills.

Job responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Lead a workforce of supervisors, test drivers, and mechanics in a 24/7 3-shift operation at Chelsea Proving Grounds.
• Maintain current safety protocols and develop new improvements for supervisors, drivers and mechanics.
• Ensure test vehicles are driven according to test schedule with proper conformance.
• Ensure drivers and mechanics properly document all vehicle issues and potential customer concerns.
• Ensure test vehicles are properly maintained and work orders completed in a timely manner to avoid unnecessary down time.
• Lead on-going process improvements and best practices across the facilities in order to drive improved performance regarding safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale.
• Ensure drivers are properly trained to perform all durability testing.
• Ensure mechanics undergo continuous training to ensure the highest level of capability.
• Evaluate vehicle test levels to adequately match the number of drivers with vehicles.
• Review weekly test completion percent to determine OT required to stay on schedule.
• Budget planning and execution tracking.
• Develop and maintain a positive relationship with drivers, mechanics, union officials, and management in other departments onsite.
• Able to work additional hours as required, including holidays and weekends when needed.

Basic qualifications:

• Previous supervision/leadership experience
• Experience working in a union environment
• Familiarity with Proving Grounds testing and operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written
• Able to work additional hours as required; including holidays and weekends when needed

Preferred qualifications:

• Degree in business, management, engineering or automotive
• Engineering or manufacturing experience in an operational role
• Automotive vehicle repair knowledge
• Strong leadership skills, with focus on employee coaching and development
• Experience in data analysis to support decision making