What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shop Foreman position at Lift, Inc-?
Job Summary
Lift, Inc. is Central Pennsylvania’s exclusive material handling dealer for Toyota and Crown Forklift Trucks. We are a full-service material handling supplier; specializing in equipment sales and service, warehouse products, and fleet management. Starting as a forklift service company, we have evolved into a trusted partner for our warehousing and distribution customers across Central Pennsylvania.
LIFT, INC. OFFERS AN EXCELLENT COMPENSATION AND BENEFIT PLAN INCLUDING:
- 100% Employee Owned Company
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
- 100% company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) Plan with company match
- Company paid life insurance with optional additional coverage
- Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Professional work environment
Shop Foreman
The Shop Foreman will work directly with our Service Manager to assist them in the oversight of shop operations. Additionally, the Shop Foreman will play a vital role in the continued education and development of new and existing shop technicians.
Essential Job Functions:
- Responsible for the organization and cleanliness of shop area
- Work directly with Assistant Service Manager on preparation and recap of daily shop meetings
- Mentor new Technicians and full-time Shop Technicians
- Participate in daily shop meetings by providing relevant job updates
- Complete jobs and projects as assigned by Service Management
- Direct all customer questions and inquiries to appropriate Service, Parts, or Sales channels unless otherwise approved by Service Manager
- Provide quote details for shop repairs and assist other technicians when required to ensure Technicians stay within quoted times
- Provide feedback to Service Management for use in annual reviews and performance discussions
- Address any safety concerns directly with fellow colleagues in a positive manner while reporting interaction to Service Management
- Perform other duties as required for business operation.
Basic Qualifications:
- Must be over the age of 18
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Technical Degree in automotive field or equivalent field
- A minimum of five (5) years of relevant mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic experience
- A minimum of one (1) year experience with Microsoft Office and computer
- Good organizational, time management, and customer service skills
- The ability to work accurately and meet deadlines
- A high level of professionalism and the ability to follow up
- Positive and friendly attitude toward customers and fellow team members
- Must be able to follow directions both written and verbally
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
Preferred:
- One (1) or more years of Supervisory experience in automotive or Material Handling industry
- Experience working on automotive or industrial equipment, welding, diesel, gas engine and welding experience
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
