Sterling Fleet Outfitters exists to help companies Get More Done. Who does not want to embody that statement? Time is a finite resource. To not make the most of every minute is not in our DNA and we do not believe it’s in our customers either. The question to ask now is: What is your “More”? Is it more billable hours on a job? More time at home with your family? Whatever it means to you, we help you and our customers accomplish it.
Sterling is where electricians, plumbers, telecom contractors, and HVAC technicians come for van and truck equipment that boosts their productivity. Some have a single vehicle while others operate large fleets, but whether big or small, they all rely on the innovative thinking and quality workmanship we offer.
Since we were launched in 2002, we’ve expanded to become Western Canada’s premier commercial vehicle outfitter and recognized throughout North America. We owe much of our 22 years of success to the efforts of our smart, efficient, and hardworking team members. As part our of our goals for growth we are looking for a detail oriented and organized, Shop Manager to assist our operations team.
Key Benefits of working at Sterling
- Strong team culture, motivation to grow, no egos and a willingness to learn
- Competitive pay + bonus/profit sharing eligibility after probationary period
- Excellent medical benefits
- Ideally situated on the Langley/Surrey area of BC’s Fraser Valley
About the Role:
This role involves leading and driving the success of our production team. You will work scheduling team to ensure customers get a world class project experience. You will also be collaborating with our sales an purchasing teams to ensure the best quality and on time delivery objectives are met. We're a family business with big goals, where everybody is involved and teamwork is key to execution. There is no place for bureaucracy and egos.
Who you are
You want to be part of a company who is striving to always be the best. You're somebody who can execute on production priorities and not get distracted by the daily challenges and noise . You love working people and vehicles. Your friends would describe you as a good listener, reliable and humble person. You enjoy problem solving, and welcome the opportunity to take on new duties outside your regular day to day role. You are proactive and prefer to communicate face to face with customers. Your ability to set high standards and achieve goals is impressive.
You can align with our values below:
Professional:
We lead the industry with our expertise and capabilities. We are interested and enthusiastic about our clients success.
Innovative:
We look at the problem from a different angle. Nobody can solve challenges like us.
Honesty:
We tell the truth. If we make a mistake, we make it right. Do what we say we are going to do.
Winners:
We work as a team, we solve challenges, we find a way to win.
Happiness:
We are respectful & we smile and show enthusiasm.
What you will do:
- Drive production efficiency through:
- Coaching and training production workers
- Proactive job planning and review
- Make & Update Job Instructions (Build books)
- Ensure a world class on time delivery %
- Lead daily shop meeting
- Coordinate day to day activities in shop to ensure job completion
- Coach and support teams on problem solving
- Maintain quality standards for installations
- Ensure continuous progress on training and standards
- Update work orders based on project requirements
- Lead Weekly production meeting
- Coordinate with operations and scheduling team
Your Experience:
- Production Manager experience 4-7 years
- Customer Facing Experience 5 years
- Drivers Liscence, can drive Big Vans
- Strong computer skills including experience with Work Orders & Excel
- Automotive Mechanical or Hydraulic Experience Hands on experience
- 12V or 120V Electrical Experience
Nice to have:
- Familiar with NSM + CMVSS Vehicle Certification Process
- Lean manufacturing experience
Want to learn more about sterling? Check out our careers page: https://sterlingfleetoutfitters.com/careers/
Hours of Work: 7 am - 4:30 pm
Work Remotely: No