Site Testing Manager

Yamaha has an excellent opportunity for a Site Testing Manager to join our Marine team in our Bridgeport, AL facility.  The Site Testing Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of the on-water testing facility, including workload management, resource planning, and the establishment of a safe and efficient work environment. Also tasked with driving the technical and career development of site staff to ensure continuous growth and excellence within the team.

What you'll be doing: 

• Ensure a safe and efficient work environment for staff and visitors
• Maintain site schedule to ensure adequate coverage for testing workload
• Ensure site is compliant with all required regulations and guidelines
• Execute Environmental Health and Safety committee requirements mandated by YMUS
• Manage site OPEX and CAPEX budgets including monthly forecasting and providing requirements to Department Manager for annual budget creation
• Compile site’s Quarter Billings and other internal chargeback documentation for submission to the Department Manager
• Foster and sustain a strong sense of morale among team members
• Ensure site security and confidentiality
• Manage all site maintenance contractors
• Manage the site assets including, boats, trucks, tools, supplies, etc.
• Serve as the facility’s ambassador, upholding a strong reputation both within Yamaha and in the local community
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedule, safety protocols and emergency response plan
• Ensure proper technical training to continuously improve site staff’s capabilities

Decision Making Responsibility:

• Responsible for all site-level decisions under the direction of the Department Manager

What you'll need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant field preferred
• 2-3 years minimum of managerial/supervisor experience
• 5 years of testing experience, Marine testing helpful
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Proven experience in facilities management including team leadership.
• Strong understanding of product development process
• Strong understand of the Marine industry
• Excellent communication skills
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory requirements and safety standards
• Must be able to adapt to diverse cultures
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous environment

Reports to:  Department Manager 

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

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