Technical Service Supervisor
Gentherm · Cincinnati, OH · 2 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of Technical Service personnel, including workload management, scheduling, training, performance management, and employee development.
- Oversee the repair, troubleshooting, refurbishment, calibration, and testing of medical devices and associated equipment, ensuring timely processing of service requests, repairs, returns, and field service activities.
- Partner with Customer Service and provide technical escalation support to ensure timely resolution of customer issues and effective communication regarding service requirements and repair status.
- Develop, monitor, and report on key service performance indicators, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service quality, productivity, turnaround times, and customer satisfaction.
- Establish departmental goals and monitor team performance against established objectives.
- Develop and maintain service procedures, work instructions, and training materials.
- Manage service inventory, spare parts, repair tools, and test equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Conduct hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions in partnership with Human Resources while fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, quality, and continuous improvement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate's degree in Biomedical Equipment Technology, Engineering Technology, Electronics or a related technical field required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience successfully managing biomedical equipment repair, a repair depot, manufacturing support, or a related field.
- Knowledge of electronic, electro-mechanical, and medical device systems, with the ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and service documentation.
- Strong technical troubleshooting, analytical, problem-solving, continuous improvement, and organizational skills.
- Proven supervisory or leadership experience.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and service management tools.
- Proof of Hepatitis B vaccinated or agreement to complete the vaccination process.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biomedical Engineering Technology, or related field.
- Experience supporting FDA-regulated medical devices.
- Experience with ISO 13485 Quality Management Systems.
- Leverage Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.
- Experience with ERP systems and service management software.
- Experience supporting global customers and distributors.
- RSES Certification