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Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations

veecoSomerset, NJ

2 days ago

Occupations

First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating WorkersIndustrial Production ManagersFirst-Line Supervisors of Helpers, Laborers, and Material Movers, Hand

Industries

Machine ShopsAll Other Industrial Machinery ManufacturingOther Electronic Component Manufacturing
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Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations
Location: US - NJ - Somerset
The Supervisor, Manufacturing Operations will work closely with the Director, Manufacturing Operations to establish a high-quality continuous improvement culture, implement value stream mapping and lean principles, and focus on problem solving using tools such as 8D. The successful candidate will manage multiple complex priorities simultaneously with a "hands on" style. The candidate must exemplify true leadership in developing his/her subassembly manufacturing line team to meet production goals, quality and cost objectives, and, in general, build credibility in Veeco and Veeco's culture.
Responsibilities:
  • Ensure compliance to all Safety and 5S standards, Continuous improvement activities, and a culture of safety – always ensure zero OSHA recordables
  • Ensure the quality of the output of the Veeco Flow Technologies (VFT) group meets/ exceeds corporate goals of Out-of-box quality (OBQ) as well as in-box-quality (IBQ)
  • Follow-up with internal and external corrective actions by partnering with the Quality organization to improve our quality of products
  • The products in this group are covered under various 3rd party certifications/ compliance requirements. As such, ensure that people, processes, parts follow and remain compliant to all such requirements through training, certifications, audits, and compliance
  • Supervise VFT (Veeco Flow Technologies – VFT) efforts to meet quarterly/annual plans
  • Establish operations planning model which serves the needs of business
  • Collaborate with Planning to schedule resources based on customer requirements, production capacities and materials supply
  • Manage the flow of VFT components and assemblies to meet the needs of the production schedules
  • Develop schedules and manpower requirements for VFTAssist with annual budget, resource plan for VFT Production
  • Monitor and perform within forecasted expenses and inventory targets
  • Supervise, organize, and engage VFT employees to drive Continuous improvement in workplace safety and organization
  • Develop organization – training, mentoring, coaching and leading the VFT Production team
  • Evaluate strengths/ weaknesses and take action to ensure long term health, productivity, and a high-performance culture
  • Create and execute cross-training and succession plans
  • Institutionalize continuous improvement using 8D problem solving
  • Ensure closed-loop feedback from quality escapes to customer site to drive corrective action
  • Strengthening procedures and structure around VFT activities such as workflow planning, tracking progress and troubleshooting
  • Track and present key performance indicators (KPI's), lessons learned, and corrective actions monthly
  • Identify gaps in production processes and make recommendations as required to sufficiently remedy issues
  • Review performance of VFT employees regularly to ensure improvement
  • Support cross-functional activities for new product development
  • Make budgetary recommendations to provide production workers with tools and equipment as needed
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Manufacturing Operations, or a related technical discipline preferred 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, with a demonstrated track record of driving operational excellence and team performance
  • Proven success leading, coaching, and developing teams of technicians, assemblers, and production personnel in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
  • Strong background in electromechanical manufacturing, including assembly, testing, process improvement, and production support
  • Experience operating within highly regulated manufacturing environments, such as Semiconductor, aerospace, defense, automotive, or other quality-driven industries
  • Experience with ERP systems is required; SAP preferred
Complex, electro-mechanical equipment/systems manufacturing environment experience is requiredExperience implementing and sustaining lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and 5S initiatives in a manufacturing environment is requiredExperience with semiconductor capital equipment, components or processes is a plus Strong interpersonal and leadership skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated experience supporting external audits, inspections, and compliance initiatives, with a strong understanding of regulatory and quality requirements Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing quality systems and operational controls Strong understanding of root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and continuous improvement practices Proven ability to drive compliance, quality, productivity, and safety initiatives while meeting business objectives
Salary and Benefits: The expected salary range for this position is $76,094.00 - 96,386.00, plus a bonus opportunity. We will consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors when determining your pay. Other benefits include: Medical, Dental, and Visio 401(k) with Company Match Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Time Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Commuter Benefits Life and Accident Insurance Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Identity Theft Remediation Emergency Travel Assistance Veeco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected characteristics. Veeco is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Manager

Location

Somerset, NJ

Occupation

First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers

Industry

Machine Shops

Posted

2 days ago

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