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