Manufacturing Supervisor

Company Overview

PerkinElmer is a global analytical services and solutions provider serving biopharma, food, environmental, safety, and applied markets with instruments, consumables, and laboratory services in over 35 countries.

Job Summary

The Senior Manufacturing Supervisor leads production activities to meet goals in quality, cost, and schedule. This role drives lean manufacturing, process improvements, and team development to optimize operational efficiency and material management.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-department coordination to ensure on-time delivery to customers
• Plan and execute lean manufacturing initiatives to improve productivity
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance in-process quality and Rolled Throughput Yield (RTY)
• Design and deliver on-the-job training programs for technicians to increase manufacturing flexibility
• Manage cycle counts and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) controls to maintain accurate material inventory levels
• Organize and lead 5S/Continuous Improvement activities and committee efforts within assigned areas
• Implement safety and Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) activities to improve site Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) systems
• Enforce line discipline and minimize production losses
• Manage production schedules based on product introduction, equipment efficiency, and material supply
• Plan and administer production procedures, budgets, manpower requirements, and capital expenditures
• Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure efficient function operation
• Execute additional projects or tasks as assigned by management

Required competencies and certifications

• Diploma in Mechanical or Electronic Engineering from a reputable institution
• Minimum 4 years of manufacturing supervisory experience

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field
• Working knowledge of SAP or ERP/MRP systems for production management