At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.
Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.
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This position is part of the Cepheid and location preference is Bengaluru.
Role- Manufacturing Supervisor
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Manufacturing Supervisor will be responsible for the effective and efficient management of their assigned area’s resources including all personnel, equipment and tools utilized for manufacturing of subassemblies and finished product.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Managing operators by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training and developing operators for growth opportunities
Maintain work flow by monitoring steps of the process; observing processes and equipment, monitoring personnel and resources, developing reporting procedures and systems in accordance with company guidelines to ensure success in meeting the Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory and Productivity goals.
Take ownership of reasons for Safety, Quality, Delivery and Productivity misses. Work cross functionally to create and follow up on immediate and longer-term action plans.
Contribute to improving manufacturing processes through solution-based ideation for continuous improvements and use of Danaher Business System (DBS) tools, e.g. Kaizen, PSP and 4E
Write and conduct yearly performance reviews.
Clearly communicate with outgoing and incoming shift to disseminate all relevant information.
Resolves personnel problems by analyzing data; investigating issues; identifying solutions; recommending action.
Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.
Ensure to compliance with MDR 2017, ISO 13485: and any other local regulatory and statutory compliance in the Manufacturing/Production teams area
Lead the production/Manufacturing teams (ROBAL VB/OC/PAL and Bulk manufacturing) and achieve production target as per the production plan.
Collaborate with global manufacturing team for continual improvements in the process.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education or Experience (in years):
Bachelor's degree with 5+ + years of experience OR
Master’s degree with 3+ + years of experience
At least 3+ + years of experience in an FDA/ISO regulated manufacturing environment
Knowledge and skills:
Possess the skills necessary to create and lead a culture of commitment to the values vital to organizational development and growth
Proven ability to deliver productivity to plan
Willing to resolve problems
Ability to collaborate and work effectively with diverse groups, incorporate the input of others to improve our processes, and align with internal customers
Committed to developing and empowering others; to accomplish goals through the skills of persuasion, influence and negotiation
Must have excellent communication skills (listening, written, verbal, presentation)
Ability to interface and exchange information with all levels within the company's workforce
A team player that works with management and technicians to strive for continuous improvement
Knowledge of bills of materials and other planning activities
Leadership background
Demonstrated proficiency of manufacturing systems and requirements
Physical requirements/abilities:
Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time and be able to lift 25 lbs. PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Experience in a clinical diagnostic or medical device environment
Statistical, Lean, and Six Sigma training
Knowledge and experience with IQ, OQ and PQ validations
cGMP/GLP experience is highly preferred
TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES: (REQUIRED)
Complete all assigned and required training satisfactorily and on time
For people managers, ensure your associates attend and complete all required trainings satisfactorily and on time.
When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 80,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System (https://www.danaher.com/how-we-work/danaher-business-system) tools and the stability of a tested organization.At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.If you’ve ever wondered what’s within you, there’s no better time to find out.
Operating Company: Cepheid