Area Shop Manager - New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc.

The Area Shop Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the timely repair and maintenance of mobile mining and construction equipment, to keep operations running smoothly. This position oversees multiple shop locations and traveling technicians, promptly reacting to equipment breakdowns and leading proactive measures to prevent equipment failures through a robust preventative maintenance program. The role is essential to maximizing equipment uptime, life cycles, and ensuring continuous operational support.

Area Shop Manager - What Will You Do?

• Support materials and construction operations through safe, thorough, and efficient maintenance of mobile mining and construction equipment (yellow iron).
• Schedule technicians, coordinate resources, and prioritize repair tasks to address critical needs and maximize equipment uptime.
• Coordinate repair schedules and exchanges operational leaders.
• Ensure internal customers are apprised of repair schedules or anticipated repair time in a timely manner.
• Oversee the diagnosis of equipment repairs and review work order histories to identify trends and track total lifecycle costs.
• Lead the parts team(s) and oversee the sourcing process. This includes efficiently sourcing parts for urgent repairs as well as maintaining a cost-efficient warehouse of standard parts.
• Compare cost-effectiveness and turnaround times between in-house repairs and outsourcing proposals. This includes engaging and negotiating with subcontractors and dealers.
• Actively lead a culture of safety within the workgroup and enforce all safety policies and procedures. This includes conducting job hazard analyses, risk assessments, and daily safety briefings.
• Implement and monitor preventative maintenance programs.
• Maintain the cleanliness and operational integrity of all equipment components. This includes the testing and maintenance of breather and filter systems on internal fuel tanks and external lube tanks.
• Apply Root Cause Analysis to failures, communicate findings, and implement preventative measures for continuous improvement.
• Work with operations to identify and resolve operational techniques that may damage equipment and lead to increased repair costs.
• Ensure adherence to a strong 5S program throughout all shop areas.
• Verify and approve work orders to ensure prompt submittal, accurate coding, and clear tracking.
• Provide leadership and guidance to Shop Superintendents, technicians and other coworkers, supporting their professional development and addressing escalated issues.
• Manage the workforce throughout the coworker lifecycle, including recruitment, hiring, training, positional changes, layoffs, and termination.
• Performs other duties as needed or assigned.

Requirements - Who Are We Looking For?

• High school diploma or equivalent required; dealership-level training in electrical diagnostics or technical school degree preferred.
• AEMP Jr. Certified Equipment Manager certification preferred.
• 5+ years of vehicle/equipment maintenance experience required. Diesel repair experience and/or experience with Caterpillar Engine Diagnostic Tools is preferred.
• Proven leadership with 1-2 years of managerial experience.
• Capable of reading and interpreting hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Must have strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Must possess strong attention to detail, good organizational skills with the ability to ensure accurate work.
• Ability to work independently but as part of a team concept.
• Flexibility and the ability to operate under stressful, time-sensitive deadlines.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS or related database systems.
• Valid Driver’s license and compliant with NESL driving standards required; CDL license preferred.

Why Apply? 

• Competitive Benefit Package - Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k, Vacation, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, etc.
• Career Growth - We pride ourselves in developing coworkers and promoting from within.
• Stable Industry - Our materials are in high demand year over year.