Sr. Manufacturing Manager

Position Overview

The Sr. Manufacturing Manager manages and implements activities in the Print head manufacturing production areas to meet all production goals, quality goals, and cost objectives. The position is located onsite in our Lebanon, NH manufacturing facitility.  Plans and prioritizes against production schedules for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift manufacturing operations based on anticipated demand, equipment efficiency, and materials supply. Plans, administers and assures production process procedures are in place and followed . This role will coordinate activities, as required, with other Operating groups. Other duties include making budgetary recommendations regarding expenditures and direct/indirect labor. Develops schedules and manpower requirements for assigned areas and selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

Company Overview

At FUJIFILM Dimatix Inc., printing and material deposition devices are only as good as their printheads.  We are a recognized leader in the manufacturing and design of durable and productive drop-on-demand inkjet printheads that power cutting-edge systems, as well as integrated inkjet solutions that add digital inkjet capabilities to other equipment. These are part of the digitization and transformation of many applications such as commercial printing, graphics, label & packaging, additive manufacturing, ceramic tiles, textiles, electronics and life science research.

We’re looking for forward-thinkers eager to spark innovation in inkjet technology. Bring your talents to a team built on collaboration, creativity, and a passion for excellence. At FUJIFILM Dimatix, every product we make begins with the extraordinary people behind it. Join us for groundbreaking work in a flexible, engaging environment.

We’re based in two incredible locations: Lebanon, New Hampshire, surrounded by picturesque New England landscapes, and Santa Clara, California, a dynamic hub in Silicon Valley with a mix of innovation, diversity, and sunshine.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

SCOPE

Establishes operational objectives and work plans, and also delegates’ assignments to subordinates. Performs reviews against objectives to determine success of operation. Involved in developing, modifying and executing company policies that affect immediate operations and may also have company-wide effect.

COMPLEXITY

Works on issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives. Implements strategic policies when selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Establishes and assures adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements.

DISCRETION

Erroneous decisions will result in critical delay(s) in schedules and/or unit operations and may jeopardize overall business activities and company profitability.

INTERACTION

Regularly interacts with senior management or executive levels on matters concerning several functional areas, divisions, and/or customers. Requires the ability to change the thinking of, or gain acceptance from, others in sensitive situations, without damage to the relationship.

SUPERVISION

Manages activities of two or more sections or departments. Exercises supervision in terms of costs, methods, and staffing. In some instances this manager may have subordinate supervisors.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Works closely with other functional managers to ensure consistency in resource allocation, policy application, workplace initiatives, and management practices.
• Creates and publishes metrics and goals to measure and improve quality, productivity, scrap, on-time delivery, repair turn-around time, and expense control.  
• Educates others on the use of effective troubleshooting techniques, statistical process control, and continuous improvement methodology and encourages the use of these tools to address manufacturing problems.  Implements comprehensive training requirements to certify employees for all production activities. Helps drive the training function to C/I goals.
• Coordinates the activities of support personnel engaged in manufacturing engineering, material planning, scheduling, quality, and maintenance to ensure that all functions are working together to meet current and future production requirements.
• Establishes workmanship guidelines for all production personnel.  Ensures compliance to all guidelines, standards, procedures, and work rules.  Communicates performance and conduct expectations and formally assesses performance through timely periodic performance reviews.  Assists employees in developing skills and correcting performance issues.  Makes effective use of the company's disciplinary procedure when required.
• Responsible for selecting and on-boarding new employees as required by business need. Actively promotes FUJIFILM Dimatix’s safety rules; utilizes Personal Protective Equipment and works to correct safety and environmental hazards.
• Strongly upholds the company’s goals
• As applicable, trained in proper handling of chemicals and hazardous waste.
• May have responsibility for the Equipment Technical Services Team (Maintenance)
• Performs other activities as assigned.  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for Production Supervisors, Leads, Process Technician and Assembly Technicians

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.

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of related experience.
• 15 or more years of related manufacturing experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be capable of administering policies in a fair and equitable fashion.
• Must have strong administrative, budgetary and record-keeping skills.
• The ability to perform technical manufacturing functions and train as required.
• Strong computer skills/Microsoft Office Suite and SAP
• Must contain knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools and practices.
• Must be able to be trained in proper handling of chemicals and hazardous waste

DESIRED:

• Experience in print head, printer assembly or related area
• A strong familiarity with tolerancing and statistics
• Strong technical background in the areas of electromechanical systems and previous experience working within a clean room environment. 
• An understanding of environmental and OSHA standards
• Equipment Maintenance and repair practices

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standing or walking over two-thirds of the time.
• Frequent durations of time sitting.
• Ability to interact with 3 shift operations as needed

WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Works in manufacturing and clean room environment, requiring clean room gowning (smock/suit, hood, gloves, booties, safety glasses,etc.)
• Exposure to moderate noise levels.
• Exposure to stored energy hazards (electricity, compressed gases, etc.)

• May be required to use microscopes.

OTHER:

• Other duties as may be assigned.
• Each employee’s primary objective is to ensure that the quality, delivery and cost controls within his/her control meet or exceed all of our internal and external customers’ requirements.
• Each employee is required to abide by the Employee Handbook and the rules and regulations explained and provided at each orientation and training session. Special attention must be given to the safety aspects of these documents.

FUJIFILM Dimatix provides competitive wages, a generous benefits package and a friendly, dynamic working environment.

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FUJIFILM Dimatix is an E-Verify Employer

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ([email protected]).