Manufacturing Engineering Manager Fouts Bros Inc. is a family-owned business since 1952 with facilities in Georgia and Texas. Fouts Bros Inc. is proud to have become one of the largest and most diverse commercial truck manufacturers in the US. Fouts Bros Inc. is committed to developing new commercial vehicles that provide industry-best value, quality, and dependability. Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Manager Location: Milledgeville, Georgia Company: Fouts Bros, Inc. Job Summary: Fouts Bros, Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead our manufacturing engineering team in Milledgeville, Georgia. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety in our production operations. This role requires a strong background in manufacturing engineering, leadership, and project management. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the manufacturing engineering team to achieve production goals. • Develop and implement manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and quality. • Oversee the design and bill of material details for all products and production lines in support of manufacturing processes. • Collaborate on upfront process to ensure sales orders are converted accurately to production orders. • Ensure all print packages released to the floor meet customer and product specifications, include detailed drawings and complete Bill of Materials (BOMs) prior to Clear to Build. • Collaborate with other departments to optimize commercial, technical and production workflows. • Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions. • Manage budgets and resources for engineering projects. • Train and mentor engineering interns and offshore engineering team to enhance their skills and performance. • Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies. • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. • Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with at least 2 years in a managerial role. • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and safety standards. • Excellent leadership and team management skills. • Proficient in project management and problem-solving. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. • Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing software. • Knowledge of continuous improvement processes, quality management systems (QMS) and ISO standards. • Strong analytical skills and experience with data analysis tools. • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines. • Experience with budgeting and financial analysis in a manufacturing setting. Preferred Qualifications: • Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration. • Experience in the fire truck or automotive manufacturing industry. • Lean Six Sigma certification. • Professional Engineer (PE) license. • Experience with environmental, health, and safety (EHS) regulations. • Experience with supply chain management and logistics. Company Culture: At Fouts Fire and Smyrna Truck, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Our culture is built on the following principles: • Innovation: We encourage creative thinking and continuous improvement to stay ahead in the industry. • Teamwork: We believe in the power of collaboration and support each other to achieve common goals. • Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of honesty and transparency in all our dealings. • Respect: We value diversity and treat everyone with respect and dignity. • Excellence: We strive for excellence in everything we do, from product quality to customer service. • Community: We are committed to giving back to the community and supporting local initiatives. Benefits: • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. • Health, dental, and vision insurance. • Retirement savings plan with company match. • Paid time off and holidays. • Professional development opportunities. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to hr@foutsbrosinc.com with the subject line “Manufacturing Engineering Manager Application.
See More Details >>About the position The Mechanic III position at Georgia College & State University (GCSU) involves performing a variety of routine to moderately complex maintenance and repairs on university automobiles, trucks, and related heavy mechanical equipment. This role is essential in ensuring that the university's fleet of vehicles and equipment is operational and safe for use by staff and students. The Mechanic III will work closely with individuals from various backgrounds, contributing to a diverse and inclusive work environment. The responsibilities of this position include inspecting vehicles and equipment to identify defective, damaged, or worn parts or systems. This includes a wide range of components such as valves, pistons, bearings, cooling systems, fuel and exhaust systems, brakes, ignition systems, transmissions, and more. The mechanic will also be responsible for ordering and receiving replacement parts, notifying constituents of vehicle and equipment needs, and organizing repair schedules to minimize downtime. The use of mechanical hand and power-driven tools is a significant part of the job, including welders, grinders, and diagnostic testing equipment. In addition to inspections, the Mechanic III will set inspection schedules based on the use and age of the vehicles and equipment, maintain inspection records, and recommend equipment for surplus based on age and condition. The role also involves supervising student and casual labor workers who assist with various tasks, ensuring that the shop is organized and clean, and maintaining an inventory of vehicles and equipment. The mechanic will perform clerical work associated with repairs and inspections, coordinating schedules with constituents via phone or email. Overall, this position plays a critical role in maintaining the operational efficiency of GCSU's fleet, ensuring that all vehicles and equipment are safe, reliable, and ready for use. Responsibilities • Inspect vehicles and equipment to identify defective, damaged, or worn parts or systems. , • Order and receive replacement parts from vendors and suppliers. , • Organize and direct schedules of repairs to minimize downtime for constituents. , • Use mechanical hand and power-driven tools for repairs and maintenance. , • Set inspection schedules based on vehicle or equipment use and age. , • Maintain inspection records and logs on all vehicles and equipment. , • Recommend equipment for surplus based on age, condition, and safety of operation. , • Supervise student and/or casual labor workers assigned to assist with tasks. , • Maintain an inventory of vehicles and equipment and keep records of repairs and purchases. , • Perform clerical work associated with repairs, inspections, and parts/material procurement. Requirements • High school diploma or equivalent. , • Valid Driver's License. , • Five to eight years of related experience; OR demonstrated work experience in the automotive repair industry of 10 or more years. Nice-to-haves Benefits
See More Details >>Mechanic Job ID: 285861 Location: Georgia College & State Univ Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular About Us Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs. As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources. Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking. The university's beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming, diverse college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery O'Connor, '45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at O'Connor's former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances. Georgia College & State University is dedicated to protecting academic freedom in addition to supporting freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom<https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653> policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct<https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct>. For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu. Job Summary Performs or assists in the performance of a variety of routine to moderately complex maintenance and repairs or university automobiles, trucks, and/or related heavy mechanical equipment. Responsibilities Inspection - 50 Perform inspections, diagnostics, repairs and safe upkeep on various vehicular equipment and small engine equipment. Typical equipment may include, but is not limited to; automobile, golf cart (PTV), van, passenger and dump truck, ATV, tractor, heavy equipment, forklift, person lift, riding and push mower, sprayer, small equipment. Maintenance - 35 Sets inspection schedules depending on vehicle or equipment determined by use and age. Currently there are 327 pieces of equipment or vehicles assigned to the Automotive Shop, including but not limited to: golf carts (PTV's), skid-steers, loaders, forklifts, telescopic and scissor type person lifts, cars, vans, trucks, dump trucks, riding and push mowers, blowers, chainsaws, tamps, trenchers, concrete saws, trimmers, edgers, and spray equipment. Maintains inspection records and logs on all vehicles and equipment. Recommends equipment for surplus based on age, condition and safety of operation. Supervises student and/or casual labor workers assigned to assist mechanic performing tasks including, but not limited to, vehicle detailing, shop cleanup, equipment or vehicle fluid checks, parts runner. Inventory - 10 Maintain an inventory of vehicles and equipment. Keep records of repairs & purchases. Performs all clerical work associated with repairs, inspections and parts/material procurement. Coordinates and corresponds with constituents via phone or e-mail the required repair or inspection schedules. Efficiently and effectively organize, provide and direct schedules of repairs or inspections. Maintain organized and clean shop. Maintain parts and material storage. Maintain and organize tools and tool bins. Other - 5 Any other duties and tasks assigned or as required to meet the goals of the Department, Divisions, and GCSU Required Qualifications Educational Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Other Required Qualifications Valid Driver's License Required Experience 5 to 8 years of related experience Required Documents to Attach • List of References Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES Ability to organize. Ability to lift up to 30lbs consistently and upon occasion 50lbs. Ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel Ability to safely drive, operate or test any piece of equipment in order to perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance and repairs. Ability to work indoors or outdoors in various weather conditions. Ability to read and comprehend technical manuals and parts breakdown of equipment. KNOWLEDGE Extensive knowledge of a wide and various types of vehicles and equipment including, but not limited to; car, van, passenger and dump truck, golf cart (PTV), skid-steer, tractor, backhoe, front-end loader, forklift, telescopic and scissor type lift, trencher, riding and push mower, blower, chainsaw, edger, trimmer, packer, concrete saw, small engine equipment. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is committed to the fundamental principle of equal opportunity and equal treatment for every prospective and current employee. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, be excluded from employment or participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination, under any program or activity conducted by GCSU. Georgia College & State University is a national award-winning institution in areas of student success and achievement. It strives to achieve excellence in the composition of its community, educational programs, university policies, research and scholarship, campus life, employment practices, extracurricular activities, and community outreach. It is a priority of the university to be a welcoming and inclusive environment so that its campus culture will enhance the ability of its community members to succeed in their endeavors, to be respected as individuals, and to feel a sense of belonging. Other Information This is not a supervisory position. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is not considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). Background Check • Criminal Background Check • DMV Check • Drug Screening To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=36000&JobOpeningId=285861&PostingSeq=1 jeid-c7e23e63eb57cb48b2cec16b12921c50
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Milledgeville, GA, often begins with an apprenticeship that combines practical experience with classroom instruction, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average weekly wage for mechanical trade professionals in Milledgeville, GA, is approximately $481.67, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,300 weekly. With a growing demand for skilled mechanical tradespeople, the job outlook is promising, offering a pathway to a stable and lucrative career with strong earning potential.
