Production Engineering Manager jobs in Sumter, SC

Palmetto Yacht has been an industry leader in yacht transportation since 2008. We have since grown to a fleet of more than 50 assets and multiple locations along the eastern seaboard! With this growth, we are building our internal maintenance team to be a WORLD CLASS fleet management program.  We serve our customers by providing superior service of hauling multi-million dollar yachts along the eastern us. We are seeking motivated talent to join our team to drive positive results for you and our company!

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable - more reliable than spontaneous
• Innovative - prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity.
• High - stress tolerance - thrives in a high-pressure environment.
• Mechanically Inclined - very knowledgeable of vehicle maintenance and ready to turn wrenches

Requirements:

• Familiarity with 5S, 6 Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing
• Diesel engine repair: 1 years (Required) (Diagnostics only- We do not do internal engine repairs)
• A minimum of 2 years of management experience
• Demonstrated experience in fleet maintenance, familiarity with Fleetio is beneficial
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, techniques used in truck and trailer repair and maintenance. Diagnosing mechanical problems and performing repairs
  
• Can perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing SOP's to ensure tasks are being done correctly and efficiently
• Manages the daily work to ensure that all operating equipment is in satisfactory working condition
  
• Monitors work schedules including extra work days and shifts as needed
  
• Oversees technicians, as well as assisting with the tasks
  
• Work-order management
• Manages significant maintenance/refit projects as well as new asset up-fits
  
• Controls downtime by informing the maintenance team of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance

Professional Skills:

• Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
  
• Knowledge of methods, techniques, and procedures involved in repairs and replacement
• Understanding of vehicle operations and safety guidelines
• Proficient in the use of all tools of the trade, shop equipment, and power tools including but not limited to jacks, hydraulic lifts, air tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Successfully engage and lead individual and team discussions and meetings
• Apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely and objective manner
• Capable of working with peers and associates from other departments and shifts proactively and constructively
  

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday with some Saturdays and overtime if there's a business need
• On call

Benefits

• 401(k) Program
  • Safe Harbor matching contributions of $1 for $1 for the first 3% of employees’ contributions and then $0.50 on the $1 for the remaining 2% of employees' contributions
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Vacation (after 1 year)

Culture

We know that our EXCELLENT service starts with our Fleet Maintenance!  

· Celebrate our successes.

· Committed to hiring our Veterans and military heroes.

· Embrace diversity 

· Recognize team members reaching milestones both personally and professionally.

· Work as ONE team!