Manufacturing Supervisor, Systems

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JOB TITLE:                  Manufacturing Supervisor, Systems, A-Shift

REPORTING TO:          Manufacturing Manager

LOCATION:                  West Henrietta, NY

ITAR/EAR CRITERIA:

These positions may require lawful access to ITAR/EAR controlled information and employees in this role will need to meet those requirements.  Requirements include US Citizenship or US Permanent Resident.

Who is IDEX Health & Science (IH&S)?

As a business unit of IDEX Corporation, IH&S has a long history of driving growth in life sciences and healthcare by embracing innovation and redefining the supplier-customer relationship. The work we do every day allows us to discover key insights and break new ground to create some of the most meaningful technologies that have a lasting impact on companies, industries, and society. One of business segments is called Life Science Optics and we are looking to add more talent to the team.

Life Science Optics (LSO):

Our Optics Center of Excellence (COE) in West Henrietta, NY, is a manufacturing and R&D focused team that sits at the leading edge of high-end optics for life sciences. Focused on assisting partners at every stage of the development processes, we invest in people and infrastructure to drive bold ideas and pragmatic solutions. With its optics-rich foundation of talent, universities, and supporting businesses, Rochester is the ideal location to elevate your career with fascinating work and endless opportunities.

Our formula for success is simple. We work hard to maintain a culture where you can own your work; you are encouraged to try new ideas in a collaborative environment; and you can apply your skillset to enable our clients to gain a competitive advantage in their own market. At IDEX Health & Science, you have the opportunity to work with a great group of people, mentor others, and build a great future.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Primary Purpose

The primary purpose of the Manufacturing Supervisor position is to provide supervision to all functions of the Production process, Materials, Equipment and Staffing Assignment activities for the LSO Systems value streams. Focused on high precision optical system builds utilizing Electronics, Machined Metals, and Optical Lens components, along with quality activities that support these product lines.

A successful supervisor will ensure compliance to company and employee standards while leading by example.  This role will interface with production planning to ensure attainable schedules are in place and then deliver as expected.  The supervisor must be able to set priorities and work cross-functionally to resolve production issues, escalating when appropriate.

Production Leadership

Provide and share process knowledge and technical skills so that the teams can achieve consistent and sustained manufacturing efficiency and build goal attainment.

Project and display an engaging, empowering and encouraging leadership style. Lead with direction and vision, continually re-enforcing process standardization in any form. Develop focus and direction promoting a “one team, one vision” approach. Lead Daily Manufacturing Meetings and develop clear and effective communication tools to advance employee engagement.

Team Development

Provide support and direction to the production technicians, facilitating directional change with team and Process Engineering involvement, seeking process improvement suggestions that display clear business or process benefit. Lead daily management meetings to update Safety, Quality, and Delivery metrics.

Continuous Improvement

Participate in CI projects, and in conjunction with project team members.

Attend CI workshops as a team member; taking ownership of team actions as required.  Assist in the implementation of all CI actions by area. Communicate results through DMM. Support the team members with consistent, clear and engaging communication.

The responsibilities listed above are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all tasks to be performed. Additional duties are likely to be required as directed by the Employee’s Manager.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Technical Degree Preferred
• At least two-years of supervisory experience
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing preferred
• Manufacturing experience in a low volume high mix environment
• Production Planning experience desirable
• Experience with ERP systems preferred, especially JD Edwards
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing relationships with internal stakeholders

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Strong technical understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented and driven to excellence
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal oversight
• Strong computer skills
• This position is a site-based role

IDEX Health & Science LLC., a Unit of IDEX Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

Total Rewards

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

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