MCK - Maintenance Unit Manager (Grade 25) Job

Company Information

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.

Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

Job Functions / Responsibilities

The Maintenance Unit Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating a Maintenance Team in the support of production operations.

• Proficiently lead a team of journeyman mechanics and electricians by assigning work/tasks, developing/training subordinates, initiating personnel actions such as promotions transfers, and vacation scheduling and other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for furthering the Company interests in safety, quality, controlling costs and personnel development.
• Plans, organizes, assigns and coordinates work to achieve production schedules.
• Initiates and recommends appropriate personnel actions regarding new employee selection, promotions, training, and employee counseling.
• Personal commitment to quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Investigates and initiates work method, process control, layout and operating improvements, coordinating such efforts with appropriate support functions.
• Other duties as assigned, including administrative responsibilities, i.e., completing reports, preparing schedules, etc

Division Information

Dynacraft, a PACCAR Company, is headquartered in McKinney, TX. Dynacraft is a diversified global manufacturer of PACCAR medium- and heavy-duty truck parts sold under Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF nameplates. For more than forty years, Dynacraft has provided the company’s truck divisions and PACCAR Parts service parts division with high quality components, subassemblies, and specialized services. Dynacraft has production facilities in Louisville, KY and McKinney, TX.

Qualifications

• At least two years demonstrated leadership in front line supervisory, lead, or equivalent experience, preferably in a production environment.
• Desired mechanical or electrical aptitude training/experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in all Microsoft applications.
• Ability to initiate and lead change through continual process improvements.
• Ability to operate and actively participate in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop effective work teams and solve problems. 
• Commitment to quality, safety, and process improvements.
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement tools and methodologies, i.e..  Six Sigma, Lean Management a plus.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred. Areas of study preferred are Business, Manufacturing, or other technical degree.

Paccar Benefits

As a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Comprehensive paid time off – Minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education 
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Paid short-and long-term disability program
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Global Fortune 500 company with a wide array of growth and development opportunities
• Work alongside experienced goal-oriented colleagues recognized as experts in their field

Additional Job Board Information

PACCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors, including your education, training, or experience. Additionally, this role is eligible for a full range of benefit options listed above.

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