Automation Engineering Supervisor at Carlisle Interconnect Technologies in Pottstown, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

SUMMARY


The Automation Engineering Supervisor leads a team responsible for developing tooling, equipment, software and technology to enable the business to achieve greater levels of capability and productivity.


ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS


* Manages day to day team projects and workload to ensure business priorities are in alignment with team activities.
* Leverages Engineering principles and continuous improvement methodologies to maximize team results and ensure team output meets the needs of internal stakeholders.
* Leads cross-functional project management of Engineering projects - including but not limited to capital equipment, problem solving, new product/process/tooling/software development, cost savings, customer related programs.
* Partners with Human Resources to recruit and hire technical staff.
* Hires, trains, develops, manages performance of staff.
* Participates in Engineering activities (design, analysis, process development etc.) as required to support plant objectives.
* Works with Purchasing to develop sources for materials used in designs as well as OEMs.
* Lead efforts in DFM review on new projects to ensure new products are launched with lean methodology.


*Other duties may be assigned*


SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES


Supervisory responsibilities involve overseeing and managing a team or individual to ensure adequate performance and job satisfaction and contribute to individuals' career goals.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS


As part of their job duties, the employee must sit for lengthy periods while operating a computer. They frequently use their hands to type, handle objects, and communicate verbally. Additionally, they may need to stand, walk, reach, and occasionally lift objects weighing up to twenty (20) pounds. This role requires lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead, reaching at or below shoulder level, and keyboarding. According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to ensure that individuals with disabilities can perform the job's essential functions.


WORK ENVIRONMENT


Office environment: This is an air-conditioned work environment where employees have desks or cubicles and work in a fixed location. The physical environment is usually comfortable, well-lit, and equipped with the necessary facilities and hardware. The company culture is a culture of teamwork, communication, continuous improvement, business casual, strategic, and goal-oriented. The working conditions are stable, predictable, and secure.


ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY


Amphenol CIT is fully committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. To achieve this, we adhere to all applicable environmental regulations and laws, prevent pollution, and continuously improve our environmental performance in all our global operations. This is possible through an Environmental Management System that provides a framework for setting and reviewing our environmental objectives and targets. We aim to identify and reduce any negative environmental impact our business activities may have.


PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS


* ASTM F-2412-2005, ANSI Z41-1999, or ANSI Z41-1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.
* Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.
* Hearing protection in specific locations.
* Ability to compile with JSA in specific areas.


EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER


This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and EAR (Export Administration Regulations) technical data. Therefore, candidates must qualify as US Persons, defined as US Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders).


TRAVEL


Approximately <% of travel is expected.


SALARY INFORMATION


Amphenol CIT, considers various factors such as the position's responsibilities, scope of work, candidate's work experience, education/training, essential skills, internal pay equity, and market considerations.


QUALIFICATIONS


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE


* Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Related field.
* Master's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Management or related field preferred.
* Previous experience in made to order manufacturing environment.
* Knowledge of/Previous experience with AS9100 registered manufacturing environment preferred.
* Experience with SAP ERP system preferred.


LANGUAGE SKILLS


Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.


JOB SKILLS


* People Leadership skills to lead technical team of approx. 3-7 direct reports.
* Excellent oral and written communications skills. Technical writing experience preferred.
* Able to adapt quickly to changes driven through organization strategy, continuous improvement or customer needs.
* Able to explain complex operations and methods clearly and concisely to other employees, suppliers and customers.
* Previous Technical experience with Mechanical or electrical design - 3D Modelling, Computer Programming, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
* Understanding of Design for Manufacturability, Engineering Change management.
* Formal Problem Solving Knowledge (RCA, PDCA, 8D, etc.).
* Able to lead, participate in and advise cross functional project teams
* Co-operates with others and treats all with respect.
* Accepts responsibility for own actions.
* Willingly accepts feedback from others.


Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled