Atlas Copco Group
Where was Atlas Copco founded?
Stockholm, Sweden
Your direct report has been underperforming, what do you do first?
Have a documented 1:1 conversation
How long do job postings have to posted internally?
Minimum of 2 weeks
T or F
When timesheet is unlocked, any updates or changes to attendance points should be handled directly by the employee’s supervisor.
True
Which of the following leadership styles should a leader utilize?
A. Directive leadership: emphasizing authority and strict adherence to rules
B. Transactional communication: focusing only on task completion and performance metrics
C. Conflict avoidance strategy: minimizing difficult conversations to maintain short-term harmony
D. Effective communication: ensuring clarity, feedback, and trust-building in interactions
D. Effective communication
True or False
Our core values – interaction, commitment and innovation – reflect how we behave internally and in our relationships with external stakeholders.
True
If an employee requests accommodations for a disability, which actions are expected of the supervisor (3 are correct)?
A. Make sure to not tell anyone so you don't violate HIPAA, the law that protects medical privacy.
B. Treat them with caution since they have a medical condition.
C. Notify HR immediately if there are any accommodation requests
D. Focus on performance, not disability
E. Avoid retaliation against employees who assert ADA rights
C. Notify HR immediately if there are any accommodation requests
D. Focus on performance, not disability
E. Avoid retaliation against employees who assert ADA rights
How should a supervisor handle an internal applicant who doesn’t get the job?
•Ensure every internal candidate receives 1:1 feedback in a timely manner.
•Give HR proof that feedback was shared
What code do you use when adding new pay adjustments for Voluntary Unpaid Time off
Unpaid Leave
How do you motivate a team during tough times?
Communicate openly about challenges.
Recognize small wins to build morale.
Provide clarity on goals and why they matter.
Show empathy — people follow leaders who care.
Lead by example: resilience is contagious.
Stay positive
What 5 areas does our facility support?
Medical Gas Solutions
Power Technique Service
Specialty Rental
Portable Air
Power and Flow
What should you do if an employee has a medical emergency and has to go to the hospital?
Call 911 immediately if the employee: Passes out, Has trouble breathing, Shows signs of serious illness or injury
If the situation is non-life-threatening but still urgent: Consider calling Uber or a family member with the employee’s consent
According to the competency matrix, how many behavioral issues disqualify an employee from a promotion?
Isela
Fill in the bank:
Vacation and Sick Hours should be used in _____ hour increments.
2
True or False
Appreciation in leadership is important because it builds morale, strengthens trust, encourages positive behaviors, reduces turnover, and creates a culture of gratitude.
True - Go appreciate your direct report!
Name all the Cultural Behaviors
Act with Respect
Act with Curiosity
Act Experimentally
Act Collaboratively
Act with Accountability
What unwelcomed conduct has the below characteristics:
Behavior that is unwanted, uninvited, and makes the employee uncomfortable.
Supervisors must act immediately when such behavior is present.
Supervisors should model respectful behavior, set clear expectations, and ensure employees feel safe reporting concerns.
Harassment
What must supervisors avoid during interviews to ensure compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws?
Supervisors must avoid asking questions or making comments about protected characteristics such as age, race, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or family plans.
They should also avoid assumptions or biases that could lead to discrimination. Interview questions must stay job‑related and focus only on skills, qualifications, and the ability to perform essential job functions.
List 2 situations when an employee is eligible to use sick time
An employee's personal illness/injury, well-care, and medical and dental appointments.
Illness/Injury and well care of a member of an employee's immediate family.
When should supervisors stop focusing on employee promotions, growth, and career development?
Never. Supporting employee growth is a continuous responsibility.
Great supervisors always look for ways to coach, develop skills, and open doors for advancement.
Name the 4 Atlas Copco Business Areas
Compressor Technique
Vacuum Technique
Industrial Technique
Power Technique
How do you build trust with your team?
Be consistent: follow through on promises.
Practice transparency: share information openly.
Admit mistakes: vulnerability strengthens credibility.
Show respect: listen actively and value contributions.
Trust is earned daily, not granted once.
When should supervisors involve HR in resolving employee disputes?
Supervisors should involve HR in resolving employee disputes when the conflict escalates beyond informal resolution, involves allegations of harassment or discrimination, raises legal or policy concerns, or continues despite attempts to mediate.
When exactly (day and time) do supervisors need to finish approving timecards in payroll week?
Monday 8am
Which of the following ways can a leader can build trust with their team? (select all that apply)
A) Always listen carefully to team members
B) Keep promises and follow through on commitments
C) Treat everyone with fairness and respect
D) Shows appreciation
A) Always listen carefully to team members
B) Keep promises and follow through on commitments
C) Treat everyone with fairness and respect
D) Shows appreciation