Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.
Job Summary
We are seeking a Depot Supervisor to support our Galveston based customer service and support teams. They will be the local Depot manager responsible for coordination of maintenance activities performed at our Customer Repair Center. In this role, you will lead scheduling of product arrival, coordinate vessel diagnostics and troubleshooting, and repair.
A strong background in industrial machinery, naval, maritime, or aviation maintenance and repair would be ideal. This candidate should have previous management experience with demonstrated proficiency in electromechanical systems, diesel propulsion systems, or similar.
Responsibilities
- Leadership: Hire, train and lead a team with a focus on knowledge building and team member development
- Support and Troubleshooting: Provide the first line of remote technical support to partners and customers, leveraging communication tools and remote access capabilities. You and your team will diagnose, troubleshoot and document issues, guide users through problem resolution, escalate complex issues, and coordinate advanced troubleshooting/on-site repairs with Field Support Representatives
- Coordination of Logistics: Work with internal logistic partners and customers to coordinate the delivery and return of vessels, parts and supporting items
- **Continuous Improvement: **Identify opportunities for process improvements and product enhancements based on customer feedback. Collaborate with internal teams to implement changes and contribute to the ongoing improvement of our products and services
- **Customer Advocacy: **Act as the voice of the customer in the company, ensuring that customer needs and feedback are heard and addressed in strategic planning and product development
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with 5+ years leading support of technical or complex products
- Knowledge of customer service tools and technologies, including CRM software, help desk systems, and communication platforms. Strong preference for a background in Salesforce
- Experience developing support process and knowledge management documentation, ensuring that customer service teams have access to up-to-date knowledge and resources
- Capable of providing ongoing training and development opportunities for staff to ensure they are equipped with the latest skills and knowledge.
- Strong organizational and project management skills to oversee multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Physical Demands
- Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours/day
- Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 20 lbs.
- The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
- Ability to work outside for an extended period of time
- Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight overhead, accurately and in allotted timeframes
- Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain
- Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
- Climb and maintain balance on ladders, platforms, or other high structures
- Ability to find issues in a work process and be alert to safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
- Demonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling and mechanically fasten bolts within required cycle time
- Exposures to hazardous materials and ability to follow waste handling/disposal procedures
- Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, gloves and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
Benefits
- **Medical Insurance: **Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
- Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
- **Dental and Vision Insurance: **Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
- Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents
- **Time Off: **Generous PTO and Holidays
- **Parental Leave: **Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
- **Competitive Salary: **Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match
- Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success
- Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
- Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline
- Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
_Saronic CCPA Notice for Candidates and California Employees_
This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in _8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)_.
Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.