This Systems Engineering Supervisor will be responsible for managing the planning, design and the installation of all Sortation Equipment by Systems Engineering. Direct on-site management will be required to ensure the success of concurrent projects. This position will work side by side with Systems Programming in the development of reliable equipment that provides the most effective cost/benefit to UniFirst Corporation. The Systems Design and Installation Supervisor will report directly to the Systems Engineering Manager. List the general responsibilities and descriptions of key tasks and their purpose, relationships with customers, coworkers, and others, and the results expected of incumbent employees.

Responsibilities:

Budgeting, Design and Planning

• Perform Plant assessments and provide system recommendations for approval.
• Assist in the Design of Systems that will improve plant productivity, efficiency and provide for regional growth.
• Maintain and provide accurate records or project spending.
• Develop transitional plans that will allow for system installation without major impact to plant operations or UniFirst Customers.
• Effectively communicate to Executive and Plant Management
• System prerequisites
• Labor demand, quantity and quality.
• Equipment operation and the impact on production flow.
• Installation timeline.
• Transitional difficulties.

Safety

• Maintain safe working environment during installation for both Contractors and Plant Employees.
• Install systems that comply with all applicable Local and National Safety Codes.
• Train and promote safety in the proper use and maintenance of installed equipment.
• Provide documentation for all installed equipment

Installation Management

• Effectively schedule and utilize inside/outside contractors to complete project.
• Coordinate resources based on UniFirst Corporation priorities.
• Aggressively manage project costs, without sacrificing system safety or operational effectiveness.
• Communicate daily and weekly expectations to contactors.
• Provide accurate drawings and installation details.
• Reduce downtime by making sure all necessary parts are on hand.
• Provide critical decision making to resolve design and installation conflicts.
• Provide Hands On Mechanical/Electrical work and Supervision to UniFirst and contractor personnel during installation of systems.
• Continual Improvement-System design and installation

Requirements:

• Hold Mechanical/Technical degree, certification or equal “On the Job” experience.
• Minimum 2 years experience designing and managing projects in the Industrial Conveyor/Material Handling Field.
• Candidate must be willing to  directly managing project installation.
• Report for work at local Branch/Plant when not on the road.
• Experience with AutoCAD to develop detailed mechanical layouts/ diagrams for conveyors, sorters, and storage equipment.
• Experience with MS Office, Word,Excel, MS Project.
• Must be a team player. He/She will be a part of an overall process where interaction with other employees is essential. The candidate must enjoy having a fluid interchange of ideas and recommendations from both Engineering and Plant Management.
• Strong training and presentation skills
• Must have strong analytical skills
• Excellent verbal, leadership, Integrity and Communication skills
• Must have ability to make decisions in time-sensitive situations

The estimated base salary for this position ranges from $80,000.00 to $90,000.00 annually with additional management bonus eligibility. This range reflects various factors, including but not limited to the applicant's skills, qualifications, and previous work experience. Additionally, geographic differentials may apply based on the location where the position is ultimately filled, which could affect the final compensation.

Benefits & Perks:

401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing, Health Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, 30% Employee Discount, Employee Referral Bonuses.

UniFirst is an international leader in garment & Uniform services industry. We currently employ over 14,000 team partners who serve 300,000 business customer locations throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe.

We were included in the top 10 of Selling Power magazine’s “Best Companies to Sell For” list and recognized on Forbes magazine’s “Platinum 400 – Best Big Companies” list. As an 80-year old company focused on annual growth, there’s never been a better time to join our team. 

UniFirst is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws