Engineering Supervisor

Danaher•Lodi, CA

11d•$120•Onsite

About The Position

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Cepheid, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate, molecular diagnostic systems and tests. As a member of our team, you’ll get to make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development. Our mission drives us to develop groundbreaking solutions for the world’s most complex health challenges. Together, we bring MORE change to the world. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. The Engineering Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the Maintenance Engineering Team. This team is responsible for the maintenance of complex manufacturing processes in our IVD Factory. This position reports to the Maintenance Engineering Manager and is part of the Engineering team located in Lodi, California and will be an on-site role. The schedule is Sunday to Tuesday, 5pm-5am with alternating Saturdays. In this role, you will have the opportunity to: Oversee the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program for manufacturing equipment: Perform and write PM procedures. Schedule and coordinate PM activity, Major projects, and equipment upgrades. Review the program and implement programs for improving manufacturing line efficiencies and maintaining department performance. Provide performance appraisal, employee coaching, and counseling. Resolve conflicts and implement disciplinary action when needed. Manage staffing and Headcount to meet equipment maintenance needs and coordinate the tasks for hiring. Trouble and resolve automation equipment issues. Work with outside vendors for equipment purchases. Manages spare part’s usage for manufacturing equipment and make changes to improve cost and efficiency. Ensure all Manufacturing areas and equipment are maintained in Good Housekeeping condition. Monitor equipment and chart the course for continuous improvement of OEE and maintenance processes for compliance with Company, FDA, ISO, OSHA and GMP regulations.

Requirements

High School degree with 8+ years of experience or bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of related work experience
Hands-on equipment experience with hand tools and machine shop tooling expertise
Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio
Experience with mechanical design concepts and machinery: Electrical, Mechanical, and Electromechanical schematics, motors, pumps, vacuum, and hydraulics
Technical equipment expertise, knowledge, and skillset, combined with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience in maintenance or technical field, supplemented by courses in Supervisory and Communication skills, Good Manufacturing Practices, cost accounting, product quality, and excellent computer knowledge
High-volume World Class Manufacturing principles.
Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
Must be able to stand for several hours.
Work may involve repetitive arm/wrist motions.

Nice To Haves

Lean 5S Manufacturing knowledge
PLC and Control Systems
Vision and Laser Systems

Responsibilities

Oversee the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program for manufacturing equipment
Perform and write PM procedures.
Schedule and coordinate PM activity, Major projects, and equipment upgrades.
Review the program and implement programs for improving manufacturing line efficiencies and maintaining department performance.
Provide performance appraisal, employee coaching, and counseling.
Resolve conflicts and implement disciplinary action when needed.
Manage staffing and Headcount to meet equipment maintenance needs and coordinate the tasks for hiring.
Trouble and resolve automation equipment issues.
Work with outside vendors for equipment purchases.
Manages spare part’s usage for manufacturing equipment and make changes to improve cost and efficiency.
Ensure all Manufacturing areas and equipment are maintained in Good Housekeeping condition.
Monitor equipment and chart the course for continuous improvement of OEE and maintenance processes for compliance with Company, FDA, ISO, OSHA and GMP regulations.

Benefits

Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives.
Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job.
Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info .
This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.
We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

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