Instrument Shop Supervisor

North Carolina State University, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Job Posting Information


Posting Number PG193872SP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Instrument Shop Supervisor
Anticipated Hiring Range $64,554 - $71,727
Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Biological And Agricultural Engineering (BAE)
About the Department
The Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering (BAE) is jointly administered by the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) and the College of Engineering at NC State University. The department actively contributes to the academic, research and extension missions of the University.
Essential Job Duties
The position primarily oversees the BAE Research Shop that serves students, faculty, and staff in the department and clients outside the department in the fabrication of equipment and supply of material to meet the needs of student projects, research projects, and ad hoc needs of the department and University. This position will supervise the shop’s professional and temporary staff (currently two full-time and two temporary hourly workers). The position will interact with a diverse client base that includes faculty from multiple departments, university field labs, facilities operations, and research shop personnel to process and schedule work orders and interpret design and construction plans. The position will maintain records of shop productivity and invoice clients for services rendered. It will also manage workloads and revenues to ensure positive cash flow to maintain the research shop as a stable cost center. As well as ensure that the shop is properly equipped with tools, materials, and equipment in good working order to ensure high-quality work and shop personnel safety.
The position also serves as the department’s Facilities Operations building, security, and safety liaison, with general oversight of all other laboratories within Weaver Labs. In this capacity, it coordinates disposal of hazardous waste and surplus property for the department, manages the departmental research motor pool (including department-owned and NC DOA fleet vehicles), is the primary CAMS asset coordinator for the department, and serves on various departments, college and University committees as assigned by the department head.
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Other Responsibilities
This position will need to travel off-site on occasion alone, and must independently be able to travel from location to location without reliance on others or the advanced notice that is often required of alternative means of transportation.

Qualifications


Minimum Experience/Education
High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Other Required Qualifications
  • Thorough knowledge of shop mechanics, and machine shop instruments, including computer numerical control I(CNC) equipment and software, and mensuration devices.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines. 
  • Ability to work independently and as a team player.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Completion of an instrument maker apprentice program, and journey-level experience in instrument making, fabrication, and/or machining, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Previous management of staff in a specialty trades setting.
  • Ability to operate a forklift.
Required License or Certification
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Valid NC driver’s license within 60 days of hire.
Valid NC Driver's License required Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions


Job Open Date 03/01/2024
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 03/08/2024
Notice to Applicants
Please include as attachments a resume, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references. 
Special Instructions
Please attach a Cover Letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

Position Details


Position Number 00042540
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Specialty Trades Technician
Position Classification Band Level Advanced
Position Classification Salary Range $31,200 - $80,233
Salary Grade Equivalency GN13
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory - Medical Emergencies
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 118101 - Biological And Agricultural En
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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