JOB SUMMARY

Provide optimum test solutions and strategies through the effective management of

people, systems, procedures and equipment. Drive innovation and continuous

improvement within Test Engineering by harnessing new technologies in the areas of

systems, equipment, and processes. Provide exceptional support to customers, team

members, and shareholders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment and Retention:

· Recruit, interview and hire Assistant Test Engineering Managers.

· Communicate criteria to recruiters for Test Engineer and Test Management position

candidates.

· Coach Test Engineering Managers in the interviewing/hiring process.

· Monitor team member turnover; identify key factors that can be improved; make

improvements.

Employee and Team Development:

· Identify individual and team strengths and development needs on an ongoing basis.

· Create and/or validate training curriculum in area of responsibility.

· Coach and mentor Test Engineering staff to deliver excellence to every internal and

external customer.

· Create and manage succession plans for Test Engineering and Test Management

functions.

Performance Management:

· Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and

team results (i.e. operational metrics, results against project timelines, training

documentation, attendance records, knowledge of operational roles and responsibilities,

personal development goals).

· Solicit ongoing feedback from Department Manager (DM), Business Unit Manager

(BUM), peers and team member on team member’s contribution to the department/team.

Provide ongoing coaching and counseling to team member based on feedback.

· Express pride in staff and encourage them to feel good about their accomplishments.

· Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.

· Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and

the achievement of the organizational goals.

· Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused in times of crises.

· Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of

responsibility.

Communication:

· Provide communication forum for the exchange of ideas and information with the

department.

· Organize verbal and written ideas clearly and use an appropriate business style.

· Ask questions; encourage input from team members.

· Assess communication style of individual team members and adapt own

communication style accordingly.

FUNCTIONAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

Business Strategy and Direction:

· Know and understand the campus strategic directions.

· Define, develop and implement Test Engineering strategies which contribute to the

campus strategic directions.

· Develop an understanding of the Department business strategy as it pertains to Test

Engineering.

· Provide regular updates to BUM, DM, and Operations Manager on the execution of

the strategy.

Cost Management:

· Identify creative ways to reduce cost by streamlining processes and systems (i.e.

modification of responsibilities or consolidation of tasks, elimination of non-value-added

processes, or complete re-engineering of processes and systems).

· Utilize tools to monitor departmental cost and cost trends, striving continuously to

improve value.

· Provide feedback to peers (BUMs, DMs, Functional Managers (FMs) on cost and

cost trends.

Forecast Development and Accuracy:

· Prepare timely forecasts for the department.

· Compare forward forecast results to historical actual results for trend assessment

and analysis.

TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

· Identify creative ways to reduce cost by streamlining processes and systems (i.e.

modification of responsibilities or consolidation of tasks, elimination of non-value-added

processes, or complete re-engineering of processes and systems).

· Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting analysis and metrics

management.

· Assess the adequacy of data gathering methods utilized by the Departments.

· Assure that procedures and work instructions are efficient and not redundant.

· Offer new ideas and suggestions for improvement. Identify and implement new

practices and processes.

· Demonstrate a commitment to customer service; anticipate, meet, and exceed

expectations by solving problems quickly and effectively; making customer issues a

priority.

· Lead by example.

· Rehabilitate troubled Departments or to help during product launch. Foster a “back to

basics” mentality during these times.

· Establish new measurement systems if/where possible.

· Exchange knowledge and information with other Company facilities to ensure best

practices are shared throughout the organization.

· Ensure 100% adherence to all company policies and procedures (i.e. Health and

Safety, Quality).

· Ensure all sensitive and confidential information is handled appropriately.

· Evaluate customer test strategies and recommend appropriate test solutions to

support customer requests.

· Drive the development of specialized test equipment and software.

· Manage the procurement of test equipment.

· Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and

as directed by supervisor.

· Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.

· May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

· Ability to read, analyze, interpret and communicate regarding common scientific

and/or technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.

· Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory

agencies, or members of the business community.

· Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or

boards of directors. Advanced PC skills, including training and knowledge of Company's

software packages.

· Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions,

proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.

· Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

· Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in

situations where only limited standardization exists.

· Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or

schedule form.

· Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and

PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.

· Minimum of 7 years work-related experience, minimum of 5 years management

experience required.

· Or a combination of education, experience and/or training.

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