Zonal Automation Leader

Terumo BCT, Inc. • Littleton, NC

1d • $74,000 - $99,000 • Onsite

About The Position

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. You will also be responsible for supporting and achieving cross-functional alignment, team goals, and organizational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience.
• Requires experience operations environment.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise associates.
• Requires working knowledge of the business's products and their use.
• Demonstrated leadership and presentation skills.
• Working knowledge of performance reports and how activities in area of responsibility affect them.
• Experience and knowledge of technology and methods applicable to the area.
• Possess an in-depth knowledge of process automation.
• Maintains working knowledge of quality management techniques and ability to develop quality and productivity goals and measures.
• Ability to learn, understand and apply statistical methodologies to manufacturing volumes.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor others.
• Expert knowledge of regulatory and compliance guidelines and practices.
• Pro-active approach with strong problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of safety practices.
• Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications and skills to use them effectively.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of leadership experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and maintained competencies in all areas defined at the Production Lead level or equilavant experience preferred.
• Exposure of Lean/Six Sigma practices preferred.
• Knowledge of managing in a regulatory environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, attend, and participate in performance metrics review meetings.
• Build and maintain strong cross functional relationships to help drive business/operational results.
• Escalate issues requiring additional resources to manufacturing leadership.
• Proactively communicate relevant operational information with direct, cross-functional and plant leadership teams.
• 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.
• 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.
• Maintain GMP, GDP and quality standards.
• Participate in monthly 6S assessments and implement corrections as identified.
• 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 supply plan has been met.
• Possess the ability to coach and develop front line leaders and operators to improve quality, production and safety.
• Foster a continuous improvement mindset amongst employees by proactively seeking input and feedback on manufacturing processes and procedures.
• In conjunction with employee development plans, provide opportunities for employees to participate on cross functional teams.
• Communicate effectively across multiple shifts and departments.
• Ensure accountability of associates regarding training timeliness and adherence to company policies.
• Manage team’s performance, including completing annual and mid-year reviews.
• Maintain safety procedures and ensure production area is clean and organized.
• Ensure all safety incidents and observations are reported and documented appropriately.
• Drive departmental safety culture by setting goals, monitoring key safety metrics, identifying trends, and implement improvements.
• Solicit feedback from employees regarding safety improvements on a regular basis.

Benefits

• multiple group medical, dental and vision plans
• a robust wellness program
• life insurance and disability coverages
• a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance
• 401(k) plan with a matching contribution
• vacation and sick time programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level