Automation Supervisor

Job Band:  Job Band 11 (JB11) 
Hiring Manager:  Herbie L Collins 
Lead Recruiter:  May Ger Vang 
State:   
Country:  United States 

Our ability to grow, develop new capabilities and serve even more patients around the world depends on associates like you, who are passionate about our mission. Thank you for considering this new opportunity to further unlock your potential.

JOB TITLE:  Automation Supervisor

2nd shift Sun-Tues, Every other Weds 5pm-5:30am

JOB SUMMARY

This role will execute the strategic vision for the plant and drive systemic improvements related to efficiency, quality, safety, cost, and employee engagement.  As a supervisor, you will be responsible for oversight of highly technical operations - spanning 1 or more shifts and up to 30 personnel.   You will also be responsible for supporting and achieving cross-functional alignment, team goals, and organizational goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Lead a highly technical team:
  • Lead, attend, and participate in performance metrics review meetings.
  • Has in-depth understanding of the technical functionality of the automated equipment, works closely with the maintenance team and automation production team to continuously improve uptime.
  • Build and maintain strong cross functional relationships to help drive business/operational results.
  • Proactively communicate relevant operational information and escalate issues with direct, cross-functional and plant leadership teams. 
• Drive operational and quality excellence:
  • Leads and champions the pursuit of operational excellence for a production team. 
  • Possess a continuous improvement mindset and enthusiastic approach to problem solving.
  • Utilize Lean tools to improve operational performance including 6S, daily metrics, line balancing, process waste removal and standard work, etc.
  • Have a firm understanding of all relevant sources of process data, monitor trends, and coordinate with the appropriate resources to drive improvement.
  • Accountable for ensuring accurate data management and entry into relevant systems.
• Meet Cost Commitments:
  • Take ownership of your team’s performance against key metrics and ensure the team understands how they contribute to success daily. 
  • Provide input into annual budget process.
  • Ensure labor resources are aligned with the supply plan and customer demand daily and monthly. 
  • Monitor machine scrap and performance data daily and act/collaborate as necessary to ensure efficiency targets are met.
  • Ensures operations schedules are met within budget through appropriate use of human and technology resources, scheduling and effective problem solving.
• Deliver High Quality Supply
  • Maintain GMP, GDP and quality standards.
  • Participate in non-conformance investigations and facilitate the implementation of corrective action plans where appropriate.
  • Understand/interpret SPC data and take action to ensure your operation maintains maximum process control and product quality. 
  • Acts as the Voice of the Customer and Subject Matter Expert for processes and partnerships within the business. 
  • Track progress to manufacturing schedule and take necessary action to ensure