Dynamics Department Manager
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3 days ago
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Job Summary
Overview
Element has an opportunity for a Dynamics Department Manager to join our growing team. This role is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Dynamics department ensuring vibration and shock testing activities are performed safely efficiently and in compliance with applicable standards quality systems and customer requirements.
The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in a laboratory or technical operations environment with working knowledge of electrodynamic vibration systems shock testing and applicable standards such as MIL-STD-810 and RTCA/DO-160.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the overall safety quality delivery and operational performance of the Dynamics department
- Lead manage and develop department staff including hiring onboarding training performance management timekeeping and overtime approvals
- Plan assign and schedule work to ensure customer commitments are met
- Provide leadership and oversight of Dynamics testing activities including:
- Electrodynamic shaker testing
- Vibration testing using VR vibration controllers
- Shock testing including classical shock and SRS
- MIPS testing - Ensure testing is executed in accordance with MIL-STD-810 RTCA/DO-160 customer specifications and Element procedures
- Review and approve test setups procedures and reports to ensure accuracy completeness and compliance
- Translate customer requirements into executable test plans schedules and resource needs
- Support quoting and feasibility reviews by providing technical input related to vibration and shock testing
- Ensure department equipment is operated safely and maintained in proper working conditionAct as a technical and professional representative of Element with customers and internal stakeholders
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency quality and delivery through continuous improvement initiatives
- Apply Lean management principles including 5S standard work and waste reduction
- Support administrative tasks such as job tracking invoicing support and departmental reporting
- Perform other duties as assigned
Skills / Qualifications
- Bachelors degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Engineering Physics or a related technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in a laboratory testing manufacturing or technical operations environment
- Working knowledge of laboratory safety practices
- Experience supporting or managing vibration and/or shock testing programs
- Familiarity with MIL-STD-810 and RTCA/DO-160 test methods preferred
- Experience with electrodynamic shakers VR vibration controllers shock testing and MIPS testing strongly preferred
- Ability to read and interpret test specifications procedures drawings and standards
- Strong organizational problem-solving and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Experience with Lean 5S or continuous improvement methodologies preferred
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
Diversity Statement
At Element we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming the worlds most trusted testing partner.
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age disability ethnic origin gender marital status race religion responsibility of dependents sexual orientation or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Sales Experience
- Food Service
- Succession Planning
- Management Experience
- Materials Handling
- Pricing
- Conveyor Installation
- Food Production Experience
- Leadership Experience
- P&L Management
- Retail Management
About Company
We Are Element A global provider of Testing, Inspection and Certification services for a diverse range of materials and products in sectors where failure in service is not an option. As one of the leading providers of testing, inspection and certification services to many of the world ... View more
