Overview

Are you a problem solver who enjoys change and innovation while controlling the big picture? Are you the kind of leader that can be both firm and goal-oriented while motivating, training, and engaging those around you? If so, then Encore might have the perfect opportunity for you! We are looking for a Shop Manager in our East Hanover, NJ office to step up to the plate and get things done.

Encore is an industry leading, full service fire protection company serving all of Northeast from offices in Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, and New Jersey. At Encore, we believe that the key to success is our diverse and talented team of employees. 

As part of Encore's mission to be the best fire protection company the industry has ever seen, we have joined forces with City Fire Equipment Co. based out of East Hanover, New Jersey. This partnership not only allows us to expand our footprint and find top talent in the NJ area, it also allows us to work with industry leaders who strive for same level of excellence as we do.

We are all about hiring on attitude and training for skill. Most of our positions require little or no prior industry experience, but this is not one of those roles. To be our next Shop Manager on our team, you must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience managing a shop and/or working in the construction industry. This experience can come in any combination of field, operations and/or management but must total at least 3-years.

Requirements

A day in the life of a Shop Manager looks something like this:

• Manage all aspects of the fire suppression shop, including inventory control, procurement, and distribution of materials.
• Oversee the assembly, testing, and maintenance of fire suppression systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise shop staff, including training, and performance evaluation.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures to optimize shop efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as sales and engineering, to coordinate projects and ensure timely delivery of products and services.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks to maintain high standards of workmanship and safety.
• Monitor shop performance metrics and implement improvements as needed to meet or exceed targets.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and regulations related to fire suppression systems.

What You'll Need to Do it:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a field supervisory role in the construction industry
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn technical knowledge of the shop and equipment
• Must be able to work at heights and lift at least 50lbs
• Working knowledge of computer skills for documentation and shipping processes

There are certainly technical skills required to do this job well, however, we have identified a more than a few common characteristics in the A-Players on our Teams:

• Quality - Exceeding expectations and becoming an industry expert
• Integrity - providing best in class customer service
• Teamwork - this company is a team, we all grow together
• Growth - hard work does not go unnoticed. We train, develop, and promote from within

Benefits

As a company, Encore is hyper-focused on developing a culture that thrives on success and is energized by the fact that we get to make peoples' lives better and safer each day. One of the ways we do this is by generously rewarding all those who contribute to our continued growth. But we also believe that not all rewards are monetary. Here are just a few a few perks that a successful individual in this role can expect:

• Salary commensurate with experience with opportunity for a results-driven bonus based on personal output and effectiveness in role
• Purpose and results driven work environment (work smarter not harder)
• We dress for the objective which means most days we wear jeans but occasionally we wear suits. As long as you know which situations require which (or aren't afraid to ask), you'll be all set!
• Speaking of attire, we offer all employees Encore gear when they join the team
• Freedom to express ideas - a culture of willingness to test, try, modify, adopt, enhance, improve and change as needed
• Access to leading edge web-based productivity tools
• Participation in Fidelity 401(K) that includes employer match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits through Blue Cross
• Company-paid life insurance policy of $50,000

Encore Fire Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Encore Fire Protection is an E-Verify Employer

As an EEO/AA employer, Encore Fire Protection considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, race, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status