Job Title: Mechanical Test Operations Supervisor

Job Location: Wickliffe, Ohio

Job type: Full-time

Type of role: On-site

 

About Lubrizol

The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a specialty chemical company whose science delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales, and technical offices around the world and has about 8,000 employees. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com.

We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life.

Join Our Thriving Team at Lubrizol as a Mechanical Test Operations Supervisor

Unleash Your Potential. At Lubrizol we're transforming the automotive lubricant market and looking for exceptional talent to join us on this journey. If you are ready to join an international company with talent around the world, and want to make a real impact, we want you on our team.

 

What You'll Do:

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for managing the day-to-day coordination and execution of job assignments within the Lab Operations Team.  In addition, their responsibilities include managing the operating team members, managing support team members, completing performance reviews, test scheduling and management of lab utilities while driving 5S and Safety.  The Operations Supervisor should also take an active role in the areas of EH&S and ISO.

 

What We're Looking For:

Provide direction by making job assignments when needed to ensure work is completed. Complete salary administration for their area of responsibility while seeking input from others. Coach individuals or teams through issues as needed.  Formalize coaching documentation / discipline as needed. Monitor each shift for any problems in the team process and address them on a proactive basis (involving the Operations Manager only when the problems are beyond the scope of the Supervisor). Complete annual performance reviews (PCM) with technicians from area of responsibility. Monitor laboratory support systems daily and manage maintenance needs of lab support systems. Spend time on each shift to address and accountability, responsibility or interpersonal issues. Provide or coordinate specific training to allow shift coordinators and operating team members to perform their individual roles in the 24/7 operation. Actively support initiatives such as ISO, RCMS (Responsible Care Management System) and OSHA VPP (Voluntary Protection Program). Coordinate test scheduling for Mechanical Testing. Serve as hiring manager for their respective area(s). Complete end of the month billing for all standardized testing. Ensure the operations group follows corporate policies, philosophies, and practices. Provide general lab tours as needed for visitors. Be active in 5S activities to ensure areas are 5S complaint and are being sustained. Drive Safety as a key focus area and provide updates as well as safety improvements for the area.

Decision Making                           

Manage lab expenditures within the budgets (overtime/lab supplies). Manage resources (people and equipment) to maximize testing capabilities. Determine and recommend appropriate level of involvement and action needed in employee issues to the Operations Manager. Apply sound judgment when personal safety or environmental safety issues arise. Prioritize work to maximize impact on individuals, the department and the corporation.

Behaviors

Develop competencies and support the Account Manager philosophy.  Competencies include:  focus on customers, communications, adaptability, results orientation, problem solving & decision making, business / financial acumen, influence and establish trust. Maintain high ethical standards at all times.  Hold everyone equally accountable. Support the principals of self management. Demonstrate good initiative, communication skills and self motivation. Trustworthy and ability to keep confidences. Demonstrate good conflict management skills.

 

Skills That Make a Difference:

High school diploma.  Associate degree in a technical field is a plus. Previous supervisory experience or experience leading a team. Minimum of five years work experience in a mechanical or production work environment. Computer skills, Excel/Microsoft Word and local systems such as MTR, SAP and drain registration. Mechanical acumen, familiarity with standard engine and driveline nomenclature. Good basic math skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate to a wide variety of audiences at all organizational levels.  Ability to multitask and delegate work as appropriate.

 

What Will Be Your Environment:

Flexible with work schedule and willing to accept calls 24/7. Requires use of appropriate PPE, Personal Protective Equipment, to fulfill safety requirements. Coordinate vacation and travel with operations staff to ensure the best coverage for Mechanical Testing.

 

Perks and Rewards That Inspire:

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans 401K Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution Competitive medical, dental & vision offerings Health Savings Account Paid Holidays, Vacation, Parental Leave Flexible work environment

Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com!

Ready for your next career step? Apply today and let's shape the future together!

It’s an exciting time to be part of Lubrizol. Lubrizol is not staying put. We are continually learning and evolving. Our passion delivers our success — not only for Lubrizol but for those who count on us every day: our employees, customers, and communities.

As a diverse, global team, we work together to solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. We impact everyday lives through science only Lubrizol can deliver, and we never stop pushing to do it better.

One of the founding principles of The Lubrizol Corporation more than 90 years ago was treating every employee with dignity and respect. That same commitment is only stronger today. More than that, we are committed to providing an environment where every employee can be the best they can be, no matter their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic.