.SUMMARYProvide optimum test solutions and strategies through the effective management of people, systems, procedures, and equipment for the campus. Drive innovation and continuous improvement within Test Engineering by harnessing new technologies in the areas of systems, equipment, and processes. Provide exceptional support to customers, team members, and shareholders.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIESRecruitment and Retention:Recruit, interview and hire Test Engineering staff members at all levels.Communicate criteria to recruiters for Test Engineering staff position candidates.Coach Test Engineering staff members in the interviewing/hiring process.Monitor team member turnover; identify key factors that can be improved; make improvements.Employee and Team Development:Identify individual and team strengths and development needs on an ongoing basis.Create and/or validate training curriculum in area of responsibility.Coach and mentor Test Engineering staff to deliver excellence to every internal and external customer.Create and manage succession plans for Test Engineering functions.Performance Management:Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results (i.E. operational metrics, results against project timelines, training documentation, attendance records, knowledge of operational roles and responsibilities, personal development goals).Solicit ongoing feedback from Workcell Manager (WCM), Business Unit Manager (BUM), peers and team member on team member's contribution to the Workcell team. Provide ongoing coaching and counseling to team member based on feedback.Express pride in staff and encourage them to feel good about their accomplishments.Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals.Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused in times of crises.Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility.Process all timecards, payroll adjustments, and vacation requests in a timely manner.Communication:Provide communication forum for the exchange of ideas and information with the department.Organize verbal and written ideas clearly and use an appropriate business style.Ask questions; encourage input from team members.Assess communication style of individual team members and adapt own communication style accordingly.Documentation:Create and/or process test engineering documents such as procedures, work instructions, visuals, forms, etc. Ensure all documentation is posted and available for use by the floor personnel.Track tester and operator certifications to ensure only trained personnel operate test equipment.Update all priority white boards/ WIP tracking systems in a timely manner