Automation Supervisor -Shift 1

Requisition ID:  33621  

 

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 7,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

 

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

 

 

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

JOB TITLE:  Automation Supervisor

shift 1. Sun-Tuesday every other Wednesday

 

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.
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